SWIFT/BIC code SHMPKEN1XXX
SHMPKEN1XXX belongs to Shah Munge and Partners LTD in Nairobi, Kenya.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SHMPKEN1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SHMPKEN1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Shah Munge and Partners LTD |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Nairobi |
| Country | Kenya |
How the Shah Munge and Partners LTD SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- SHMP 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
What bank uses SWIFT/BIC code SHMPKEN1XXX?
The code SHMPKEN1XXX belongs to the headquarters of Shah Munge and Partners LTD in Nairobi, Kenya. Use it when a payment to Shah Munge and Partners LTD does not need a specific branch.
Is SHMPKEN1 and SHMPKEN1XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. SHMPKEN1 is the 8-character version of SHMPKEN1XXX. XXX simply means head office, so both routes your payment to Shah Munge and Partners LTD in Nairobi.
What happens if I use SHMPKEN1XXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check SHMPKEN1XXX with the recipient before sending.
What is the best way to send money to Shah Munge and Partners LTD?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Kenya with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Does Shah Munge and Partners LTD use a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, SHMPKEN1XXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code we have for Shah Munge and Partners LTD in Kenya, so there is no branch code to choose.
What does each part of SHMPKEN1XXX stand for?
SHMP is the institution code of Shah Munge and Partners LTD, KE is the ISO code of Kenya, N1 is the code for the city or region 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.