SWIFT/BIC code NBKEKENX930

NBKEKENX930 belongs to National Bank of Kenya LTD. in Nairobi, Kenya.

NBKEKENX930

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeNBKEKENX930
8-character codeNBKEKENX
Branch code930
BankNational Bank of Kenya LTD.
BranchKitui Branch
CityNairobi
CountryKenya

How the National Bank of Kenya LTD. SWIFT/BIC works

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.
930 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 is behind SWIFT code NBKEKENX930?

The code NBKEKENX930 belongs to Kitui Branch, part of National Bank of Kenya LTD. in Nairobi, Kenya. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What does each part of NBKEKENX930 mean?

NBKE is the bank code of National Bank of Kenya LTD., KE is the ISO code of Kenya, NX is the location code and 930 identifies the department Kitui Branch.

How long does it take to send money to National Bank of Kenya LTD.?

A SWIFT payment usually takes 2–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.

What happens if I use NBKEKENX930 with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check NBKEKENX930 with the recipient before you confirm.

What do I need for a transfer to an account at National Bank of Kenya LTD.?

Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code NBKEKENX930, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Kenya is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.

Can I use NBKEKENX instead of NBKEKENX930?

NBKEKENX is the main office of National Bank of Kenya LTD., while NBKEKENX930 points to Kitui Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention NBKEKENX930.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.