SWIFT/BIC code RMFBKENAXXX
RMFBKENAXXX belongs to Rafiki Microfinance Bank in Nairobi, Kenya.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | RMFBKENAXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | RMFBKENA |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Rafiki Microfinance Bank |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Nairobi |
| Country | Kenya |
How the Rafiki Microfinance Bank SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- RMFB 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
Which institution uses SWIFT code RMFBKENAXXX?
RMFBKENAXXX identifies the main office of Rafiki Microfinance Bank in Nairobi, Kenya. It is the code to use when a payment to Rafiki Microfinance Bank does not need a specific branch.
What happens if I use RMFBKENAXXX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check RMFBKENAXXX against the details from Rafiki Microfinance Bank before you confirm.
Does Rafiki Microfinance Bank have a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – RMFBKENAXXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code listed for Rafiki Microfinance Bank in Kenya, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
What does each part of RMFBKENAXXX mean?
RMFB is the institution code of Rafiki Microfinance Bank, KE is the ISO code of Kenya, NA is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the main office.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Rafiki Microfinance Bank?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code RMFBKENAXXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Kenya uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
How long does it take to send money to Rafiki Microfinance Bank?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.