SWIFT/BIC code NBKEKENX949
NBKEKENX949 belongs to National Bank of Kenya LTD. in Nairobi, Kenya.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NBKEKENX949 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NBKEKENX |
| Branch code | 949 |
| Bank | National Bank of Kenya LTD. |
| Branch | Molo 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.
- 949 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 uses BIC NBKEKENX949?
NBKEKENX949 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Molo Branch, part of National Bank of Kenya LTD. in Nairobi, Kenya. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use NBKEKENX instead of NBKEKENX949?
NBKEKENX points to the main office of National Bank of Kenya LTD., while NBKEKENX949 points to Molo Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use NBKEKENX949 if the recipient asks for it.
What happens if I enter NBKEKENX949 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check NBKEKENX949 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 NBKEKENX949, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Kenya is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
Has National Bank of Kenya LTD. got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 26 SWIFT/BIC codes for National Bank of Kenya LTD. in Kenya. You can see them all on the bank page.
How long does it take to send money to National Bank of Kenya LTD.?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 2–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often faster than a bank.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.