SWIFT/BIC code MYBKKENAXXX
MYBKKENAXXX belongs to Mayfair Bank Limited in Nairobi, Kenya.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MYBKKENAXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MYBKKENA |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Mayfair Bank Limited |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Nairobi |
| Country | Kenya |
The way the Mayfair Bank Limited SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- MYBK Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- KE Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- NA 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 institution uses BIC MYBKKENAXXX?
MYBKKENAXXX identifies the head office of Mayfair Bank Limited in Nairobi, Kenya. Use it when a payment to Mayfair Bank Limited does not need a specific branch.
Does Mayfair Bank Limited use only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, MYBKKENAXXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code listed for Mayfair Bank Limited in Kenya, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
Are MYBKKENA and MYBKKENAXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. MYBKKENA is the short version of MYBKKENAXXX. XXX simply means head office, so both routes your payment to Mayfair Bank Limited in Nairobi.
What happens if I enter MYBKKENAXXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check MYBKKENAXXX against the details from Mayfair Bank Limited before sending.
How long does it take to send money to Mayfair Bank Limited in Kenya?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often faster than a bank.
What does each part of MYBKKENAXXX mean?
MYBK is the bank code of Mayfair Bank Limited, KE is the ISO code of Kenya, NA is the code for the city or region and XXX means the main office.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.