SWIFT/BIC code KDHLNGLAXXX
KDHLNGLAXXX belongs to Fbn Merchant Bank Limited in Lagos, Nigeria.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | KDHLNGLAXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | KDHLNGLA |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Fbn Merchant Bank Limited |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Lagos |
| Country | Nigeria |
The way the Fbn Merchant Bank Limited SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- KDHL Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- NG Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- LA 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 is behind SWIFT/BIC code KDHLNGLAXXX?
KDHLNGLAXXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the main office of Fbn Merchant Bank Limited in Lagos, Nigeria. Use it when you send money to an account at Fbn Merchant Bank Limited.
How long does a transfer to Fbn Merchant Bank Limited take in Nigeria?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 1–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often faster than a bank.
Does Fbn Merchant Bank Limited use only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – KDHLNGLAXXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code listed for Fbn Merchant Bank Limited in Nigeria, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Fbn Merchant Bank Limited?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code KDHLNGLAXXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Nigeria uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
What do the letters in KDHLNGLAXXX mean?
KDHL is the institution code of Fbn Merchant Bank Limited, NG is the ISO code of Nigeria, LA is the location code and XXX means the main office.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Fbn Merchant Bank Limited in Nigeria?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Nigeria with transfer services before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.