SWIFT/BIC code BGFIGALIPTN
BGFIGALIPTN belongs to Bgfibank in Libreville, Gabon.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BGFIGALIPTN |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BGFIGALI |
| Branch code | PTN |
| Bank | Bgfibank |
| Branch | — |
| City | Libreville |
| Country | Gabon |
How the Bgfibank SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BGFI Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- GA Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- LI Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- PTN 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 branch is behind SWIFT code BGFIGALIPTN?
The code BGFIGALIPTN belongs to Bgfibank, a branch or department of Bgfibank in Libreville, Gabon. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
How long does a transfer to Bgfibank take?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 2–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often faster than a bank.
What do I need to send money to an account at Bgfibank?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code BGFIGALIPTN, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Gabon uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
Can I use BGFIGALI instead of BGFIGALIPTN?
BGFIGALI is the head office of Bgfibank, while BGFIGALIPTN is Bgfibank. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BGFIGALIPTN.
What happens if I enter BGFIGALIPTN incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check BGFIGALIPTN against the details from Bgfibank before sending.
What do the letters in BGFIGALIPTN stand for?
BGFI is the bank code of Bgfibank, GA is the ISO code of Gabon, LI is the code for the city or region and PTN is the code of the branch Bgfibank.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.