SWIFT/BIC code BDUGGWGWXXX
BDUGGWGWXXX belongs to Banco da Uniao in Bissau, Guinea-Bissau.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BDUGGWGWXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BDUGGWGW |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Banco da Uniao |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Bissau |
| Country | Guinea-Bissau |
How the Banco da Uniao SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BDUG 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 bank uses SWIFT/BIC code BDUGGWGWXXX?
BDUGGWGWXXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the headquarters of Banco da Uniao in Bissau, Guinea-Bissau. It is the code to use when a payment to Banco da Uniao does not need a specific branch.
What happens if I enter BDUGGWGWXXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check BDUGGWGWXXX against the details from Banco da Uniao before sending.
Is BDUGGWGW and BDUGGWGWXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. BDUGGWGW is the short version of BDUGGWGWXXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so both routes your payment to Banco da Uniao in Bissau.
Does Banco da Uniao use a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – BDUGGWGWXXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code we have for Banco da Uniao in Guinea-Bissau, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Banco da Uniao?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Guinea-Bissau with specialist providers before you send.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Banco da Uniao?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code BDUGGWGWXXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Guinea-Bissau uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.