SWIFT Codes for banks in Kenya
| Bank | City | SWIFT Code |
|---|---|---|
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GULF AFRICAN BANK LTD
|
NAIROBI | GAFRKENA |
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GUARDIAN BANK LIMITED
|
NAIROBI | GUARKENA |
|
GUARANTY TRUST BANK (KENYA) LTD
|
NAIROBI | GTBIKENA |
|
FRANCIS DRUMMOND AND COMPANY LIMITED
|
NAIROBI | FRDRKEN1 |
|
FAULU MICROFINANCE BANK LIMITED (FAULU HEAD OFFICE)
|
NAIROBI | FAUMKENA |
|
FAMILY BANK LIMITED
|
NAIROBI | FABLKENA |
|
FAIDA INVESTMENT BANK LIMITED
|
NAIROBI | FASRKEN1 |
|
EQUITY BANK (KENYA) LIMITED
|
NAIROBI | EQBLKENA |
|
EFG HERMES KENYA LIMITED
|
NAIROBI | EFHKKEN1 |
|
ECOBANK KENYA LTD
|
NAIROBI | ECOCKENA |
|
EASTERN AND SOUTHERN AFRICAN TRADE AND DEVELOPMENTBANK
|
NAIROBI | ESATKENA |
|
EAST AFRICAN DEVELOPMENT BANK
|
NAIROBI | EADBKEN1 |
|
DYER AND BLAIR INVESTMENT BANK LIMITED
|
NAIROBI | DYBRKEN1 |
|
DISCOUNT SECURITIES LIMITED
|
NAIROBI | DISRKEN1 |
|
DIB BANK KENYA LTD
|
NAIROBI | DUIBKENA |
|
DIAMOND TRUST BANK KENYA LIMITED (HEAD OFFICE)
|
NAIROBI | DTKEKENA |
|
DEVELOPMENT BANK OF KENYA LIMITED
|
NAIROBI | DEVKKENA |
|
CREDIT BANK PLC
|
NAIROBI | CRBTKENA |
|
CONSOLIDATED BANK OF KENYA LTD
|
NAIROBI | CONKKENA |
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COMMERCIAL INTERNATIONAL BANK (CIB) KENYA LIMITED
|
NAIROBI | MYBKKENA |
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CITIBANK N.A. NAIROBI (TRADE SERVICES DEPARTMENT)
|
NAIROBI | CITIKENATRD |
|
CITIBANK N.A. NAIROBI
|
NAIROBI | CITIKENA |
|
CHOICE MICROFINANCE BANK LIMITED
|
NAIROBI | CHFIKENX |
|
CHARTERHOUSE BANK LIMITED
|
NAIROBI | CHBLKEN1 |
|
CFC FINANCIAL SERVICES LIMITED
|
NAIROBI | CFFSKEN1 |
|
CENTRAL DEPOSITORY AND SETTLEMENT CORPORATION
|
NAIROBI | CDSNKENA |
|
CENTRAL BANK OF KENYA (NATIONAL DEBT DIVISION)
|
NAIROBI | CBKEKENXNDO |
|
CENTRAL BANK OF KENYA (CURRENCY DIVISION)
|
NAIROBI | CBKEKENXCNY |
|
CENTRAL BANK OF KENYA (BANKING DIVISION)
|
NAIROBI | CBKEKENXBKG |
|
CENTRAL BANK OF KENYA
|
NAIROBI | CBKEKENB |
|
CENTRAL BANK OF KENYA
|
NAIROBI | CBKEKENX |
|
CENTRAL BANK OF KENYA (MOMBASA BRANCH)
|
MOMBASA | CBKEKEN1MSA |
|
CENTRAL BANK OF KENYA (KISUMU BRANCH)
|
KISUMU | CBKEKEN1KSM |
|
CENTRAL BANK OF KENYA (ELDORET BRANCH)
|
ELDORET | CBKEKEN1ELD |
|
CARITAS MICROFINANCE BANK LIMITED
|
NAIROBI | CRMFKENA |
|
BRITISH AMERICAN TOBACCO KENYA PLC
|
NAIROBI | BATSKEN1 |
|
BRITISH AMERICAN TOBACCO AREA LTD
|
NAIROBI | BATSKE31 |
|
BANK OF INDIA (WESTLANDS BR)
|
NAIROBI | BKIDKENAWST |
|
BANK OF INDIA (INDUSTRIAL AREA BR)
|
NAIROBI | BKIDKENAIAB |
|
BANK OF INDIA
|
NAIROBI | BKIDKENA |
|
BANK OF INDIA
|
NAIROBI | BKIDKEM10NA |
|
BANK OF INDIA (MOMBASA BR)
|
MOMBASA | BKIDKENAMSA |
|
BANK OF INDIA
|
MOMBASA | BKIDKEM1 |
|
BANK OF INDIA (ELDORET)
|
ELDORET | BKIDKENAELD |
|
BANK OF BARODA (KENYA) LTD (THIKA BRANCH)
|
THIKA | BARBKENATHI |
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BANK OF BARODA (KENYA) LTD (NAKURU BRANCH)
|
NAKURU | BARBKENANAK |
|
BANK OF BARODA (KENYA) LTD (SARIT CENTRE)
|
NAIROBI | BARBKENASAR |
|
BANK OF BARODA (KENYA) LTD (NAIROBI MAIN)
|
NAIROBI | BARBKENANMO |
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BANK OF BARODA (KENYA) LTD (INDUSTRIAL AREA BR.)
|
NAIROBI | BARBKENAIND |
|
BANK OF BARODA (KENYA) LTD (DIAMOND PLAZA)
|
NAIROBI | BARBKENADIA |
|
BANK OF BARODA (KENYA) LTD
|
NAIROBI | BARBKENA |
|
BANK OF BARODA (KENYA) LTD (NYALI BRANCH, MOMBASA, KENYA)
|
MOMBASA | BARBKENANYA |
|
BANK OF BARODA (KENYA) LTD (MOMBASA ROAD BRANCH)
|
MOMBASA | BARBKENAMRN |
|
BANK OF BARODA (KENYA) LTD (DIGO ROAD, MOMBASA)
|
MOMBASA | BARBKENAMOM |
|
BANK OF BARODA (KENYA) LTD (MERU BRANCH)
|
MERU | BARBKENAMER |
|
BANK OF BARODA (KENYA) LTD (KISUMU BRANCH)
|
KISUMU | BARBKENAKIS |
|
BANK OF BARODA (KENYA) LTD (KAKAMEGA BRANCH)
|
KAKAMEGA | BARBKENAKAK |
|
BANK OF BARODA (KENYA) LTD (ELDORET BRANCH)
|
ELDORET | BARBKENAELD |
|
BANK OF AFRICA KENYA LTD
|
NAIROBI | AFRIKENX |
|
BANK OF AFRICA KENYA LTD (MOMBASA BRANCH)
|
MOMBASA | AFRIKENX002 |
|
AIB CAPITAL LIMITED
|
NAIROBI | ASHSKEN1 |
|
AFRICAN DEVELOPMENT BANK
|
NAIROBI | AFDBKEN1 |
|
AFRICAN BANKING CORPORATION LTD
|
NAIROBI | ABCLKENA |
|
ACCESS BANK (KENYA) PLC
|
NAIROBI | ABNGKENA |
|
ABSA BANK KENYA PLC (VOUCHER PROCESSING CENTRE)
|
NAIROBI | BARCKENXVPC |
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ABSA BANK KENYA PLC (TRADE PROCESSING CENTRE)
|
NAIROBI | BARCKENXTPC |
|
ABSA BANK KENYA PLC (PLAZA BUSINESS CENTRE)
|
NAIROBI | BARCKENXNPB |
|
ABSA BANK KENYA PLC (PAYMENTS AND INTERNATIONAL SERVICES)
|
NAIROBI | BARCKENXPIS |
|
ABSA BANK KENYA PLC (NAIROBI DISTRIBUTION CENTRE)
|
NAIROBI | BARCKENXNDC |
|
ABSA BANK KENYA PLC (DEALERS DEPARTMENT H/O)
|
NAIROBI | BARCKENXDLR |
|
ABSA BANK KENYA PLC (CUSTODY BUSINESS OPERATIONS)
|
NAIROBI | BARCKENXCBO |
|
ABSA BANK KENYA PLC (CARD CENTRE NAIROBI)
|
NAIROBI | BARCKENXNCC |
|
ABSA BANK KENYA PLC (BACK OFFICE PROCESSING CENTRE, BANK HOUSE)
|
NAIROBI | BARCKENXOCB |
|
ABSA BANK KENYA PLC
|
NAIROBI | BARCKENX |
|
ABSA BANK KENYA PLC (NKRUMAH ROAD BRANCH)
|
MOMBASA | BARCKENXMNR |
|
ABSA BANK KENYA PLC (DIGO ROAD MOMBASA)
|
MOMBASA | BARCKENXMDR |
|
ABSA BANK KENYA PLC (ELDORET BRANCH)
|
ELDORET | BARCKENXELD |
What is a SWIFT Code for Banks in Kenya?
When transferring money internationally to banks in Kenya, you will frequently encounter the terms SWIFT code or BIC (Business Identifier Code) inside bank details. Managed by the Society for Worldwide Interbank Financial Telecommunication, this unique 8 to 11-digit alphanumeric sequence acts as a universal passport for banks in Kenya. It ensures that your funds cross global borders safely and arrive at the exact financial institution intended.
SWIFT vs. BIC: What's the difference?
In the banking industry, the terms SWIFT code and BIC are used interchangeably. SWIFT refers to the organization that issues the codes, while BIC stands for the actual code itself. An 8-character code identifies the primary head office of the bank in Kenya, while an 11-character code specifies a particular local branch.
Do I need an IBAN or a SWIFT Code for Kenya?
While a SWIFT code identifies a specific bank in Kenya, an IBAN (International Bank Account Number) identifies an individual customer's bank account. Depending on whether you are sending money to Kenya or another region—particularly in Europe or the Middle East—you will likely need both codes to successfully complete a cross-border wire transfer.
How to use this directory?
Browse our comprehensive, verified directory of SWIFT codes for all registered financial institutions in Kenya. We provide accurate formatting details and branch locations to help you validate routing instructions before initiating any international bank payment.