SWIFT/BIC code KIBIIQBAXXX
KIBIIQBAXXX belongs to Kurdistan International Bank in Arbil, Iraq.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | KIBIIQBAXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | KIBIIQBA |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Kurdistan International Bank |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Arbil |
| Country | Iraq |
The way the Kurdistan International Bank SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- KIBI Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- IQ Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- BA 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 KIBIIQBAXXX?
The code KIBIIQBAXXX belongs to the headquarters of Kurdistan International Bank in Arbil, Iraq. It is the code to use when a payment to Kurdistan International Bank does not need a specific branch.
Has Kurdistan International Bank got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 5 SWIFT/BIC codes for Kurdistan International Bank in Iraq. You can see them all on the bank page.
What does each part of KIBIIQBAXXX mean?
KIBI is the institution code of Kurdistan International Bank, IQ is the ISO code of Iraq, BA is the code for the city or region and XXX means the main office.
What do I need to send money to an account at Kurdistan International Bank?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code KIBIIQBAXXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Iraq is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
How long does it take to send money to Kurdistan International Bank?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 1–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Kurdistan International Bank?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Iraq with specialist providers before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.