SWIFT/BIC code NBKEKENX833
NBKEKENX833 belongs to National Bank of Kenya LTD. in Nairobi, Kenya.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NBKEKENX833 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NBKEKENX |
| Branch code | 833 |
| Bank | National Bank of Kenya LTD. |
| Branch | Meru 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.
- 833 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 code NBKEKENX833?
NBKEKENX833 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Meru Branch, a branch or department of National Bank of Kenya LTD. in Nairobi, Kenya. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use NBKEKENX instead of NBKEKENX833?
NBKEKENX points to the main office of National Bank of Kenya LTD., while NBKEKENX833 is Meru Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use NBKEKENX833 if the recipient asks for it.
Does National Bank of Kenya LTD. have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 26 SWIFT/BIC codes for National Bank of Kenya LTD. in Kenya. All of them are listed on the page of National Bank of Kenya LTD..
How long does a transfer to National Bank of Kenya LTD. take in Kenya?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
What happens if I use NBKEKENX833 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check NBKEKENX833 with the recipient before sending.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at National Bank of Kenya LTD.?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code NBKEKENX833, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. 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.