SWIFT/BIC code ATGWGWGWXXX
ATGWGWGWXXX belongs to Banque Atlantique da Guine-Bissau,sa in Bissau, Guinea-Bissau.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ATGWGWGWXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ATGWGWGW |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Banque Atlantique da Guine-Bissau,sa |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Bissau |
| Country | Guinea-Bissau |
The way the Banque Atlantique da Guine-Bissau,sa SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- ATGW Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- GW Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- GW 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/BIC code ATGWGWGWXXX?
ATGWGWGWXXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the head office of Banque Atlantique da Guine-Bissau,sa in Bissau, Guinea-Bissau. It is the code to use when a payment to Banque Atlantique da Guine-Bissau,sa does not need a specific branch.
What does each part of ATGWGWGWXXX stand for?
ATGW is the institution code of Banque Atlantique da Guine-Bissau,sa, GW is the ISO code of Guinea-Bissau, GW is the code for the city or region and XXX means the head office.
What do I need to send money to an account at Banque Atlantique da Guine-Bissau,sa?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code ATGWGWGWXXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Guinea-Bissau uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
How long does a transfer to Banque Atlantique da Guine-Bissau,sa take in Guinea-Bissau?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 1–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often faster than a bank.
What happens if I use ATGWGWGWXXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check ATGWGWGWXXX against the details from Banque Atlantique da Guine-Bissau,sa before you confirm.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Banque Atlantique da Guine-Bissau,sa in Guinea-Bissau?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Guinea-Bissau with specialist providers before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.