SWIFT/BIC code SABMKEN1XXX
SABMKEN1XXX belongs to Sabmiller Kenya in Nairobi, Kenya.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SABMKEN1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SABMKEN1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Sabmiller Kenya |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Nairobi |
| Country | Kenya |
The way 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.
- 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 is behind SWIFT/BIC code SABMKEN1XXX?
The code SABMKEN1XXX belongs to the headquarters of Sabmiller Kenya in Nairobi, Kenya. Use it when you send money to an account at Sabmiller Kenya.
Are SABMKEN1 and SABMKEN1XXX the same code?
Yes. SABMKEN1 is the 8-character version of SABMKEN1XXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so either version routes your payment to Sabmiller Kenya in Nairobi.
How long does a transfer to Sabmiller Kenya take in Kenya?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 2–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
What happens if I enter SABMKEN1XXX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check SABMKEN1XXX against the details from Sabmiller Kenya before you confirm.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Sabmiller Kenya?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code SABMKEN1XXX, 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.
What do the letters in SABMKEN1XXX stand for?
SABM is the institution code of Sabmiller Kenya, KE is the ISO code of Kenya, N1 is the location code and XXX means the head office.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.