CBKNNANAPCH — BANK OF NAMIBIA
CBKNNANAPCH is the SWIFT/BIC code for BANK OF NAMIBIA in WINDHOEK, Namibia — an 11-character branch code under ISO 9362.
CBKNNANAPCH is the SWIFT/BIC code for BANK OF NAMIBIA in WINDHOEK, Namibia. It is an 11-character branch identifier under the ISO 9362 standard.
BIC breakdown (ISO 9362)
Head-office code: CBKNNANA
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Institution | BANK OF NAMIBIA |
| Country | Namibia (NA) |
| Location Code | NA |
| Branch | CLEARING HOUSE |
| Type | 11-character branch code (BIC11) |
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Frequently asked questions
What bank does the SWIFT code CBKNNANAPCH belong to?
The SWIFT code CBKNNANAPCH identifies BANK OF NAMIBIA in WINDHOEK, Namibia. This branch code is used for cross-border payments and SWIFT network routing.
What do the parts of the SWIFT code CBKNNANAPCH mean?
The 8 or 11 characters of CBKNNANAPCH are parsed as follows: characters 1-4 (CBKN) represent the bank code for BANK OF NAMIBIA; characters 5-6 (NA) indicate the country code for Namibia; characters 7-8 (NA) specify the location code; and the final characters (PCH) designate the specific branch.
Is the BIC code CBKNNANAPCH active on the SWIFT network?
Yes, the Business Identifier Code (BIC) CBKNNANAPCH is registered under ISO 9362 and is active for routing interbank messages. Location characters 'NA' designate it as a primary active participant.
Can I use the head office code CBKNNANA instead of CBKNNANAPCH?
Yes. The 8-character code CBKNNANA represents the primary headquarters of BANK OF NAMIBIA. The 11-character code CBKNNANAPCH targets the specific branch directly. If the branch code is unknown, sending payments to CBKNNANA (or CBKNNANAXXX) will route them to the main head office.
What is the physical address of the bank registered to CBKNNANAPCH?
The physical address registered for CBKNNANAPCH is: 10005, WINDHOEK, Namibia. Verify this address matches your recipient's branch details before initiating a transaction.
Sources & References
- 🌐 ISO 9362: The official standard defining the Business Identifier Code (BIC) format guidelines.
- 🏢 SWIFT Registration Authority: The organization designated by ISO to register and publish BICs (swift.com).