SWIFT/BIC code AREXGHACXXX
AREXGHACXXX belongs to Arb Apex Bank Limited in Accra, Ghana.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | AREXGHACXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | AREXGHAC |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Arb Apex Bank Limited |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Accra |
| Country | Ghana |
How the Arb Apex Bank Limited SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- AREX Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- GH Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- AC Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- XXX Branch code
- 3 characters for a specific branch. XXX means the head office.
Check before you send
- Ask the recipient which bank and branch the account is held at.
- Use the head office code (XXX) when no branch is specified.
- Make sure the country in the code matches the country of the account.
Frequently asked questions
Which institution is behind SWIFT code AREXGHACXXX?
The code AREXGHACXXX belongs to the main office of Arb Apex Bank Limited in Accra, Ghana. Use it when you send money to an account at Arb Apex Bank Limited.
What happens if I use AREXGHACXXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check AREXGHACXXX against the details from Arb Apex Bank Limited before you confirm.
Are AREXGHAC and AREXGHACXXX the same code?
Yes. AREXGHAC is the 8-character version of AREXGHACXXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so both routes your payment to Arb Apex Bank Limited in Accra.
Does Arb Apex Bank Limited have only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, AREXGHACXXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code listed for Arb Apex Bank Limited in Ghana, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
How long does a transfer to Arb Apex Bank Limited take?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 1–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often faster than a bank.
What is the best way to send money to Arb Apex Bank Limited?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Ghana with transfer services before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.