SWIFT/BIC code NBKEKENX808
NBKEKENX808 belongs to National Bank of Kenya LTD. in Nairobi, Kenya.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NBKEKENX808 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NBKEKENX |
| Branch code | 808 |
| Bank | National Bank of Kenya LTD. |
| Branch | Hill Plaza Branch |
| City | Nairobi |
| Country | Kenya |
How the National Bank of Kenya LTD. SWIFT/BIC is structured
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.
- 808 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
What bank uses SWIFT/BIC code NBKEKENX808?
The code NBKEKENX808 belongs to Hill Plaza Branch, a unit of National Bank of Kenya LTD. in Nairobi, Kenya. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Has National Bank of Kenya LTD. got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 26 SWIFT/BIC codes for National Bank of Kenya LTD. in Kenya, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.
What is the cheapest way to send money to National Bank of Kenya LTD. in Kenya?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Kenya with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
How long does it take to send money to National Bank of Kenya LTD.?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often faster than a bank.
What happens if I use NBKEKENX808 with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check NBKEKENX808 with the recipient before you confirm.
Can I use NBKEKENX instead of NBKEKENX808?
NBKEKENX points to the head office of National Bank of Kenya LTD., while NBKEKENX808 is Hill Plaza Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use NBKEKENX808 if the recipient asks for it.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.