SWIFT/BIC code NBKEKENX711
NBKEKENX711 belongs to National Bank of Kenya LTD. in Nairobi, Kenya.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NBKEKENX711 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NBKEKENX |
| Branch code | 711 |
| Bank | National Bank of Kenya LTD. |
| Branch | Harambee Avenue Branch |
| City | Nairobi |
| Country | Kenya |
The way the National Bank of Kenya LTD. SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- NBKE 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.
- 711 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 SWIFT/BIC code NBKEKENX711?
NBKEKENX711 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Harambee Avenue Branch, a unit of National Bank of Kenya LTD. in Nairobi, Kenya. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I enter NBKEKENX711 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check NBKEKENX711 with the recipient before sending.
How long does a transfer to National Bank of Kenya LTD. take?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 1–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
What do the letters in NBKEKENX711 stand for?
NBKE is the bank code of National Bank of Kenya LTD., KE stands for Kenya, NX is the code for the city or region and 711 identifies the branch Harambee Avenue Branch.
What is the cheapest way to send money to National Bank of Kenya LTD. in Kenya?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Kenya with specialist providers before you send.
What do I need to send money to an account at National Bank of Kenya LTD.?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code NBKEKENX711, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Kenya is not part of SEPA, 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.