SWIFT/BIC code NINCKENAXXX
NINCKENAXXX belongs to Nic Bank Limited in Nairobi, Kenya.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NINCKENAXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NINCKENA |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Nic Bank Limited |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Nairobi |
| Country | Kenya |
How the Nic Bank Limited SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- NINC Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- KE Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- NA 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
What bank uses SWIFT code NINCKENAXXX?
NINCKENAXXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the headquarters of Nic Bank Limited in Nairobi, Kenya. Use it when you send money to an account at Nic Bank Limited.
Does Nic Bank Limited use only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – NINCKENAXXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code listed for Nic Bank Limited in Kenya, so there is no branch code to choose.
How long does it take to send money to Nic Bank Limited?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 1–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often faster than a bank.
What is the best way to send money to Nic Bank Limited?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Kenya with specialist providers before you send.
What does each part of NINCKENAXXX stand for?
NINC is the bank code of Nic Bank Limited, KE stands for Kenya, NA is the location code and XXX means the main office.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Nic Bank Limited?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code NINCKENAXXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Kenya uses international SWIFT transfers, 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.