SWIFT/BIC code KUIFKWK1XXX
KUIFKWK1XXX belongs to Kuwait International Finance Co. S.a.k. in Kuwait, Kuwait.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | KUIFKWK1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | KUIFKWK1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Kuwait International Finance Co. S.a.k. |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Kuwait |
| Country | Kuwait |
The way the Kuwait International Finance Co. S.a.k. SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- KUIF Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- KW Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- K1 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/BIC code KUIFKWK1XXX?
KUIFKWK1XXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the head office of Kuwait International Finance Co. S.a.k. in Kuwait, Kuwait. It is the code to use when a payment to Kuwait International Finance Co. S.a.k. does not need a specific branch.
What happens if I enter KUIFKWK1XXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check KUIFKWK1XXX with the recipient before you confirm.
Does Kuwait International Finance Co. S.a.k. have only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, KUIFKWK1XXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code we have for Kuwait International Finance Co. S.a.k. in Kuwait, so there is no branch code to choose.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Kuwait International Finance Co. S.a.k.?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Kuwait with specialist providers before you send.
Is KUIFKWK1 and KUIFKWK1XXX the same code?
Yes, they are. KUIFKWK1 is the 8-character version of KUIFKWK1XXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so either version routes your payment to Kuwait International Finance Co. S.a.k. in Kuwait.
What do I need to send money to an account at Kuwait International Finance Co. S.a.k.?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code KUIFKWK1XXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Kuwait uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.