SWIFT/BIC code KMBKKPP1XXX
KMBKKPP1XXX belongs to Kumgang Bank in Pyongyang, North Korea.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | KMBKKPP1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | KMBKKPP1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Kumgang Bank |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Pyongyang |
| Country | North Korea |
The way the Kumgang Bank SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- KMBK Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- KP Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- P1 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 uses SWIFT code KMBKKPP1XXX?
KMBKKPP1XXX identifies the headquarters of Kumgang Bank in Pyongyang, North Korea. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Kumgang Bank.
How long does a transfer to Kumgang Bank take in North Korea?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
What do I need to send money to an account at Kumgang Bank?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code KMBKKPP1XXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. North Korea is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
What does each part of KMBKKPP1XXX mean?
KMBK is the bank code of Kumgang Bank, KP is the ISO code of North Korea, P1 is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the main office.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Kumgang Bank?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in North Korea with specialist providers before you send.
Does Kumgang Bank have a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, KMBKKPP1XXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code we have for Kumgang Bank in North Korea, so there is no branch code to choose.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.