Family Bank Kenya SWIFT code is the official identifier used for cross-border money transfers with Family Bank Limited. The 8-character version is FABLKENA, while the extended 11-character version is FABLKENAXXX. Sometimes you may see it written as FABLKENA XXX, but the correct form is always FABLKENAXXX without spaces.
The registered head-office address for this SWIFT code is:
Family Bank Limited, Family Bank Towers, Muindi Mbingu Street, Nairobi, Kenya.
A SWIFT/BIC code is divided into four sections:
- FABL → bank code (Family Bank)
- KE → country code (Kenya)
- NA → location code (Nairobi)
- XXX → branch code (head office)
From this breakdown, FABLKENA identifies Family Bank in Kenya, based in Nairobi. Adding XXX completes it into the 11-character head-office SWIFT code: FABLKENAXXX.
Quick reference (copy-ready):
- 8-character SWIFT/BIC: FABLKENA
- 11-character SWIFT/BIC: FABLKENAXXX
- Bank: Family Bank Limited
- Address: Family Bank Towers, Muindi Mbingu Street, Nairobi, Kenya
- Usage: International transfers to or from Family Bank Kenya accounts
When to use it
Use the Family Bank Kenya SWIFT code whenever you need to send money from overseas into a Family Bank Kenya account or when wiring funds internationally from Kenya.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Writing the code with spaces (always use FABLKENAXXX, not “FABLKENA XXX”).
- Confusing Family Bank Kenya’s SWIFT with codes from other banks.
- Using only the 8-character form when the transfer form specifically requires 11 characters.
Step-by-step guide to making a transfer with Family Bank Kenya SWIFT code
- Verify the recipient’s full account name and Family Bank account number.
- Enter the SWIFT code: FABLKENA (8-character) or FABLKENAXXX (11-character).
- Provide the registered bank address: Family Bank Towers, Muindi Mbingu Street, Nairobi, Kenya.
- Select the transfer currency (USD, EUR, GBP, or KES are common options).
- Decide who pays the transfer fees (sender, recipient, or shared).
- Indicate the purpose of payment (e.g., tuition fees, remittance, business).
- Double-check all information before finalizing the transfer.
- Save your transfer receipt and share the reference with the recipient.
Final checklist
✔ Recipient’s name and account number correct
✔ SWIFT code correctly entered (FABLKENA or FABLKENAXXX)
✔ Bank address included if requested
✔ Purpose of payment stated clearly
✔ Transfer fees agreed upon
By using the Family Bank Kenya SWIFT code correctly, you ensure your international transfers are secure, accurate, and processed without delays.
