SWIFT/BIC code KWMIKENXXXX
KWMIKENXXXX belongs to Kenya Women Microfinance Bank in Nairobi, Kenya.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | KWMIKENXXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | KWMIKENX |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Kenya Women Microfinance Bank |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Nairobi |
| Country | Kenya |
How the Kenya Women Microfinance Bank SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- KWMI Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- KE Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- NX 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 SWIFT/BIC code KWMIKENXXXX?
KWMIKENXXXX identifies the main office of Kenya Women Microfinance Bank in Nairobi, Kenya. Use it when you send money to an account at Kenya Women Microfinance Bank.
Is KWMIKENX and KWMIKENXXXX the same code?
Yes. KWMIKENX is the short version of KWMIKENXXXX. XXX simply means head office, so both will reach Kenya Women Microfinance Bank in Nairobi.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Kenya Women Microfinance Bank in Kenya?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Kenya with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What happens if I enter KWMIKENXXXX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check KWMIKENXXXX with the recipient before sending.
How long does it take to send money to Kenya Women Microfinance Bank?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often faster than a bank.
What do the letters in KWMIKENXXXX stand for?
KWMI is the institution code of Kenya Women Microfinance Bank, KE is the ISO code of Kenya, NX is the location code and XXX marks the head office.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.