SWIFT/BIC code KIAKKWKBXXX
KIAKKWKBXXX belongs to Kuwait Investment Authority in Safat, Kuwait.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | KIAKKWKBXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | KIAKKWKB |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Kuwait Investment Authority |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Safat |
| Country | Kuwait |
The way the Kuwait Investment Authority SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- KIAK Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- KW Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- KB 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 bank is behind BIC KIAKKWKBXXX?
KIAKKWKBXXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the headquarters of Kuwait Investment Authority in Safat, Kuwait. It is the code to use when a payment to Kuwait Investment Authority does not need a specific branch.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Kuwait Investment Authority?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Kuwait with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Does Kuwait Investment Authority have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 2 SWIFT/BIC codes for Kuwait Investment Authority in Kuwait, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of Kuwait Investment Authority.
Are KIAKKWKB and KIAKKWKBXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. KIAKKWKB is the 8-character version of KIAKKWKBXXX. XXX simply means head office, so either version routes your payment to Kuwait Investment Authority in Safat.
What happens if I enter KIAKKWKBXXX incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check KIAKKWKBXXX against the details from Kuwait Investment Authority before you confirm.
How long does a transfer to Kuwait Investment Authority take?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.