SWIFT/BIC code NBOKKWKWXXX
NBOKKWKWXXX belongs to National Bank of Kuwait S.a.k.p. in Kuwait, Kuwait.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NBOKKWKWXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NBOKKWKW |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | National Bank of Kuwait S.a.k.p. |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Kuwait |
| Country | Kuwait |
How the National Bank of Kuwait S.a.k.p. SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- NBOK Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- KW Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- KW Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- XXX 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 NBOKKWKWXXX?
NBOKKWKWXXX identifies the main office of National Bank of Kuwait S.a.k.p. in Kuwait, Kuwait. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at National Bank of Kuwait S.a.k.p..
What do I need to send money to an account at National Bank of Kuwait S.a.k.p.?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code NBOKKWKWXXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Kuwait uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
Are NBOKKWKW and NBOKKWKWXXX the same code?
Yes. NBOKKWKW is the 8-character version of NBOKKWKWXXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so either version routes your payment to National Bank of Kuwait S.a.k.p. in Kuwait.
What do the letters in NBOKKWKWXXX mean?
NBOK is the institution code of National Bank of Kuwait S.a.k.p., KW stands for Kuwait, KW is the location code and XXX means the main office.
How long does a transfer to National Bank of Kuwait S.a.k.p. take?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 2–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often faster than a bank.
What happens if I use NBOKKWKWXXX incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check NBOKKWKWXXX with the recipient before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.