SWIFT/BIC code NBKEKENX957
NBKEKENX957 belongs to National Bank of Kenya LTD. in Nairobi, Kenya.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NBKEKENX957 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NBKEKENX |
| Branch code | 957 |
| Bank | National Bank of Kenya LTD. |
| Branch | Bungoma 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.
- 957 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 BIC NBKEKENX957?
NBKEKENX957 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Bungoma Branch, part of National Bank of Kenya LTD. in Nairobi, Kenya. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
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.
What happens if I use NBKEKENX957 with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check NBKEKENX957 with the recipient before you confirm.
How long does a transfer to National Bank of Kenya LTD. take?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 2–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often faster than a bank.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at National Bank of Kenya LTD.?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code NBKEKENX957, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Kenya is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
Can I use NBKEKENX instead of NBKEKENX957?
NBKEKENX is the main office of National Bank of Kenya LTD., while NBKEKENX957 points to Bungoma Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention NBKEKENX957.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.