SWIFT/BIC code KCOOKENAXXX
KCOOKENAXXX belongs to The Co-Operative Bank of Kenya LTD in Nairobi, Kenya.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | KCOOKENAXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | KCOOKENA |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | The Co-Operative Bank of Kenya LTD |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Nairobi |
| Country | Kenya |
The way the The Co-Operative Bank of Kenya LTD SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- KCOO Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- KE Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- NA Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- XXX Branch code
- 3 characters for a specific branch. XXX means the head office.
Check before you send
- Ask the recipient which bank and branch the account is held at.
- Use the head office code (XXX) when no branch is specified.
- Make sure the country in the code matches the country of the account.
Frequently asked questions
What bank uses BIC KCOOKENAXXX?
KCOOKENAXXX identifies the main office of The Co-Operative Bank of Kenya LTD in Nairobi, Kenya. Use it when a payment to The Co-Operative Bank of Kenya LTD does not need a specific branch.
What is the cheapest way to send money to The Co-Operative Bank of Kenya LTD?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Kenya with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Does The Co-Operative Bank of Kenya LTD use a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, KCOOKENAXXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code listed for The Co-Operative Bank of Kenya LTD in Kenya, so there is no branch code to choose.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at The Co-Operative Bank of Kenya LTD?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code KCOOKENAXXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Kenya uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
What do the letters in KCOOKENAXXX stand for?
KCOO is the institution code of The Co-Operative Bank of Kenya LTD, KE is the ISO code of Kenya, NA is the location code and XXX means the main office.
How long does it take to send money to The Co-Operative Bank of Kenya LTD?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.