SWIFT codes in Kenya

In order to make international payments to Kenya you have to know the bank´s SWIFT / BIC code.

What do Kenya SWIFT codes look like?

The SWIFT code consists of 8 to 11 characters (letters and digits) and for Kenya the SWIFT code has the following format:

  • First 4 characters (only letters) - bank code. A shortened version of the bank´s name.
  • Next 2 characters (only letters) - Kenya´s ISO code.
  • Next 2 characters (letters and digits) - location code.
  • Last 3 characters (letters and digits) – bank branch (optional).

SWIFT codes of the most important banks in Kenya

Find below an extensive A to Z list of the SWIFT codes in Kenya:

SWIFT codes in Kenya

SWIFT Code Bank City
VICMKENA VICTORIA COMMERCIAL BANK LTD. 00100 NAIROBI
XNAIKEN1 NAIROBI STOCK EXCHANGE NAIROBI

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