SWIFT/BIC code NBADKWKWXXX
NBADKWKWXXX belongs to First Abu Dhabi Bank (Formerly National Bank of Abu Dhabi) in Safat, Kuwait.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NBADKWKWXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NBADKWKW |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | First Abu Dhabi Bank (Formerly National Bank of Abu Dhabi) |
| Branch | Head office |
| 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.
- 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 NBADKWKWXXX?
NBADKWKWXXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the main office of First Abu Dhabi Bank (Formerly National Bank of Abu Dhabi) in Safat, Kuwait. Use it when you send money to an account at First Abu Dhabi Bank (Formerly National Bank of Abu Dhabi).
What happens if I use NBADKWKWXXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check NBADKWKWXXX with the recipient before you confirm.
What do the letters in NBADKWKWXXX mean?
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 XXX marks the main office.
What 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 NBADKWKWXXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Kuwait uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
Is NBADKWKW and NBADKWKWXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. NBADKWKW is the short version of NBADKWKWXXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so either version routes your payment to First Abu Dhabi Bank (Formerly National Bank of Abu Dhabi) in Safat.
How long does it take to send money to First Abu Dhabi Bank (Formerly National Bank of Abu Dhabi) in Kuwait?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 2–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.