SWIFT/BIC code NBADKWKWTFO
NBADKWKWTFO belongs to First Abu Dhabi Bank (Formerly National Bank of Abu Dhabi) in Safat, Kuwait.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NBADKWKWTFO |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NBADKWKW |
| Branch code | TFO |
| Bank | First Abu Dhabi Bank (Formerly National Bank of Abu Dhabi) |
| Branch | Trade Finance Department, National Bank of Abu Dhabi, Kuwait |
| City | Safat |
| Country | Kuwait |
How the First Abu Dhabi Bank (Formerly National Bank of Abu Dhabi) SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- NBAD Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- KW Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- KW Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- TFO 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 branch is behind BIC NBADKWKWTFO?
NBADKWKWTFO identifies Trade Finance Department, National Bank of Abu Dhabi, Kuwait, part of First Abu Dhabi Bank (Formerly National Bank of Abu Dhabi) in Safat, Kuwait. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use NBADKWKW instead of NBADKWKWTFO?
NBADKWKW points to the head office of First Abu Dhabi Bank (Formerly National Bank of Abu Dhabi), while NBADKWKWTFO is Trade Finance Department, National Bank of Abu Dhabi, Kuwait. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention NBADKWKWTFO.
Does First Abu Dhabi Bank (Formerly National Bank of Abu Dhabi) have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 2 SWIFT/BIC codes for First Abu Dhabi Bank (Formerly National Bank of Abu Dhabi) in Kuwait. All of them are listed on the page of First Abu Dhabi Bank (Formerly National Bank of Abu Dhabi).
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at First Abu Dhabi Bank (Formerly National Bank of Abu Dhabi)?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code NBADKWKWTFO, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Kuwait uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
How long does it take to send money to First Abu Dhabi Bank (Formerly National Bank of Abu Dhabi) in Kuwait?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 2–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
What do the letters in NBADKWKWTFO stand for?
NBAD is the institution code of First Abu Dhabi Bank (Formerly National Bank of Abu Dhabi), KW stands for Kuwait, KW is the location code and TFO is the code of the department Trade Finance Department, National Bank of Abu Dhabi, Kuwait.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.