SWIFT/BIC code KFHOKWKWXXX
KFHOKWKWXXX belongs to Kuwait Finance House (K.s.c.) in Safat, Kuwait.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | KFHOKWKWXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | KFHOKWKW |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Kuwait Finance House (K.s.c.) |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Safat |
| Country | Kuwait |
The way the Kuwait Finance House (K.s.c.) SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- KFHO Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- KW Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- KW 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
Which institution is behind BIC KFHOKWKWXXX?
KFHOKWKWXXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the main office of Kuwait Finance House (K.s.c.) in Safat, Kuwait. Use it when a payment to Kuwait Finance House (K.s.c.) does not need a specific branch.
Does Kuwait Finance House (K.s.c.) have only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, KFHOKWKWXXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code listed for Kuwait Finance House (K.s.c.) in Kuwait, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
What happens if I use KFHOKWKWXXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check KFHOKWKWXXX with the recipient before sending.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Kuwait Finance House (K.s.c.) in Kuwait?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Kuwait with transfer services before you send.
What does each part of KFHOKWKWXXX stand for?
KFHO is the institution code of Kuwait Finance House (K.s.c.), KW is the ISO code of Kuwait, KW is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the main office.
What do I need to send money to an account at Kuwait Finance House (K.s.c.)?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code KFHOKWKWXXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Kuwait uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.