SWIFT/BIC code UAEXKWKWXXX
UAEXKWKWXXX belongs to UAE Exchange Centre Wll in Safat, Kuwait.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | UAEXKWKWXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | UAEXKWKW |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | UAE Exchange Centre Wll |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Safat |
| Country | Kuwait |
How the UAE Exchange Centre Wll SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- UAEX Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- KW Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- KW 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 is behind SWIFT/BIC code UAEXKWKWXXX?
UAEXKWKWXXX identifies the headquarters of UAE Exchange Centre Wll in Safat, Kuwait. Use it when a payment to UAE Exchange Centre Wll does not need a specific branch.
How long does a transfer to UAE Exchange Centre Wll take?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
What happens if I use UAEXKWKWXXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check UAEXKWKWXXX against the details from UAE Exchange Centre Wll before you confirm.
What do the letters in UAEXKWKWXXX stand for?
UAEX is the bank code of UAE Exchange Centre Wll, KW stands for Kuwait, KW is the location code and XXX marks the main office.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at UAE Exchange Centre Wll?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code UAEXKWKWXXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Kuwait is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
What is the best way to send money to UAE Exchange Centre Wll?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Kuwait with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.