SWIFT/BIC code KFHOMYKLXXX
KFHOMYKLXXX belongs to Kuwait Finance House (Malaysia) Berhad in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | KFHOMYKLXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | KFHOMYKL |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Kuwait Finance House (Malaysia) Berhad |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Kuala Lumpur |
| Country | Malaysia |
How the Kuwait Finance House (Malaysia) Berhad SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- KFHO Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- MY Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- KL 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 SWIFT/BIC code KFHOMYKLXXX?
KFHOMYKLXXX identifies the main office of Kuwait Finance House (Malaysia) Berhad in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Use it when a payment to Kuwait Finance House (Malaysia) Berhad does not need a specific branch.
How long does a transfer to Kuwait Finance House (Malaysia) Berhad take in Malaysia?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
What does each part of KFHOMYKLXXX mean?
KFHO is the institution code of Kuwait Finance House (Malaysia) Berhad, MY stands for Malaysia, KL is the location code and XXX marks the main office.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Kuwait Finance House (Malaysia) Berhad?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code KFHOMYKLXXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Malaysia is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
What is the best way to send money to Kuwait Finance House (Malaysia) Berhad in Malaysia?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Malaysia with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Are KFHOMYKL and KFHOMYKLXXX the same code?
Yes. KFHOMYKL is the 8-character version of KFHOMYKLXXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so both will reach Kuwait Finance House (Malaysia) Berhad in Kuala Lumpur.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.