SWIFT/BIC code TBAAAFKAXXX
TBAAAFKAXXX belongs to Afghanistan Commercial Bank in Kabul, Afghanistan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | TBAAAFKAXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | TBAAAFKA |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Afghanistan Commercial Bank |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Kabul |
| Country | Afghanistan |
How the Afghanistan Commercial Bank SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- TBAA Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- AF Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- KA 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 TBAAAFKAXXX?
TBAAAFKAXXX identifies the main office of Afghanistan Commercial Bank in Kabul, Afghanistan. It is the code to use when a payment to Afghanistan Commercial Bank does not need a specific branch.
What happens if I use TBAAAFKAXXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check TBAAAFKAXXX with the recipient before you confirm.
What is the best way to send money to Afghanistan Commercial Bank?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Afghanistan with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What does each part of TBAAAFKAXXX stand for?
TBAA is the institution code of Afghanistan Commercial Bank, AF stands for Afghanistan, KA is the location code and XXX marks the main office.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Afghanistan Commercial Bank?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code TBAAAFKAXXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Afghanistan is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
Is TBAAAFKA and TBAAAFKAXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. TBAAAFKA is the 8-character version of TBAAAFKAXXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so both will reach Afghanistan Commercial Bank in Kabul.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.