Equity Bank is East Africa's largest bank by customer count, with operations in Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Rwanda, South Sudan, DRC, Ethiopia and Zambia.
When sending a SWIFT international wire to Equity Bank Kenya, include the BIC EQBLKENA in the "SWIFT/BIC code" or "Bank identifier code" field of your sending bank's wire transfer form.
The 8-character BIC EQBLKENA identifies Equity Bank Kenya's head office. If you are sending to a specific branch, the bank may provide an 11-character BIC with a 3-character branch suffix (e.g. EQBLKENAXXX).
Once your bank sends the wire, your payment gets a 36-character UETR tracking code. Paste it into Ohmyfin's free tracker to see the live SWIFT GPI status — no bank login needed.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the SWIFT code for Equity Bank Kenya?
The SWIFT/BIC code for Equity Bank Kenya is EQBLKENA. This 8-character code is used to route international wire transfers to Equity Bank Kenya on the SWIFT network.
Is EQBLKENA the correct SWIFT code to use?
Yes, EQBLKENA is the primary SWIFT/BIC code for Equity Bank Kenya. Always confirm the exact BIC (especially branch suffix) with your recipient or Equity Bank Kenya's official website before sending a large wire.
How do I track a payment from Equity Bank Kenya?
Ask the sender (or your bank) for the 36-character UETR tracking code from the MT103 payment confirmation (field 121). Then paste it into Ohmyfin's free SWIFT tracker for the live payment status — no login needed.
What currencies does Equity Bank Kenya accept for international wires?
Equity Bank Kenya handles the following major currencies: KES, USD, EUR, UGX, TZS, RWF, XAF, XOF. Always confirm accepted currencies directly with the bank for your specific corridor.
Track a Payment from Equity Bank Kenya — Free
Paste the 36-character UETR from your Equity Bank Kenya wire confirmation and see the live SWIFT status in seconds. No bank login, no signup, no charge.