SWIFT/BIC code SABMKEN1CBL
SABMKEN1CBL belongs to Sabmiller Kenya in Nairobi, Kenya.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SABMKEN1CBL |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SABMKEN1 |
| Branch code | CBL |
| Bank | Sabmiller Kenya |
| Branch | — |
| City | Nairobi |
| Country | Kenya |
How the Sabmiller Kenya SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- SABM Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- KE Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- N1 Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- CBL 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 SABMKEN1CBL?
The code SABMKEN1CBL belongs to Sabmiller Kenya, a unit of Sabmiller Kenya in Nairobi, Kenya. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I use SABMKEN1CBL with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check SABMKEN1CBL against the details from Sabmiller Kenya before you confirm.
What do I need to send money to an account at Sabmiller Kenya?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code SABMKEN1CBL, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Kenya is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
What does each part of SABMKEN1CBL mean?
SABM is the bank code of Sabmiller Kenya, KE is the ISO code of Kenya, N1 is the location code and CBL identifies the department Sabmiller Kenya.
How long does a transfer to Sabmiller Kenya take?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often faster than a bank.
Can I use SABMKEN1 instead of SABMKEN1CBL?
SABMKEN1 is the head office of Sabmiller Kenya, while SABMKEN1CBL points to Sabmiller Kenya. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention SABMKEN1CBL.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.