SWIFT/BIC code VICMKENAXXX
VICMKENAXXX belongs to Victoria Commercial Bank Limited in Nairobi, Kenya.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | VICMKENAXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | VICMKENA |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Victoria Commercial Bank Limited |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Nairobi |
| Country | Kenya |
The way the Victoria Commercial Bank Limited SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- VICM Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- KE Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- NA 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 VICMKENAXXX?
VICMKENAXXX identifies the headquarters of Victoria Commercial Bank Limited in Nairobi, Kenya. Use it when you send money to an account at Victoria Commercial Bank Limited.
Are VICMKENA and VICMKENAXXX the same code?
Yes. VICMKENA is the 8-character version of VICMKENAXXX. XXX simply means head office, so either version will reach Victoria Commercial Bank Limited in Nairobi.
Does Victoria Commercial Bank Limited have only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, VICMKENAXXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code listed for Victoria Commercial Bank Limited in Kenya, so there is no branch code to choose.
What is the best way to send money to Victoria Commercial Bank Limited in Kenya?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Kenya with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
How long does a transfer to Victoria Commercial Bank Limited take?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 2–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
What happens if I use VICMKENAXXX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check VICMKENAXXX with the recipient before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.