SWIFT/BIC code BAGHGHA4XXX
BAGHGHA4XXX belongs to Bank of Ghana in Accra, Ghana.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BAGHGHA4XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BAGHGHA4 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Bank of Ghana |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Accra |
| Country | Ghana |
The way the Bank of Ghana SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BAGH Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- GH Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- A4 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
What bank is behind SWIFT code BAGHGHA4XXX?
BAGHGHA4XXX identifies the main office of Bank of Ghana in Accra, Ghana. Use it when you send money to an account at Bank of Ghana.
What is the best way to send money to Bank of Ghana?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Ghana with specialist providers before you send.
What happens if I enter BAGHGHA4XXX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check BAGHGHA4XXX against the details from Bank of Ghana before you confirm.
How long does a transfer to Bank of Ghana take?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 2–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often faster than a bank.
Has Bank of Ghana got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 3 SWIFT/BIC codes for Bank of Ghana in Ghana, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of Bank of Ghana.
Are BAGHGHA4 and BAGHGHA4XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. BAGHGHA4 is the short version of BAGHGHA4XXX. XXX simply means head office, so both will reach Bank of Ghana in Accra.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.