SWIFT/BIC code NBKEKENX743
NBKEKENX743 belongs to National Bank of Kenya LTD. in Nairobi, Kenya.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NBKEKENX743 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NBKEKENX |
| Branch code | 743 |
| Bank | National Bank of Kenya LTD. |
| Branch | Moi 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.
- 743 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code NBKEKENX743?
NBKEKENX743 identifies Moi Avenue Branch, a unit of National Bank of Kenya LTD. in Nairobi, Kenya. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What does each part of NBKEKENX743 stand for?
NBKE is the institution code of National Bank of Kenya LTD., KE stands for Kenya, NX is the location code and 743 identifies the branch Moi Avenue Branch.
Can I use NBKEKENX instead of NBKEKENX743?
NBKEKENX points to the head office of National Bank of Kenya LTD., while NBKEKENX743 points to Moi Avenue Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention NBKEKENX743.
What is the cheapest way to send money to National Bank of Kenya LTD.?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Kenya with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Does National Bank of Kenya LTD. have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 26 SWIFT/BIC codes for National Bank of Kenya LTD. in Kenya. You can see them all on the bank page.
How long does a transfer to National Bank of Kenya LTD. take?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.