SWIFT/BIC code BGFISTSTXXX
BGFISTSTXXX belongs to Bgfibank Sao Tome et Principe in Sao Tome, São Tomé & Príncipe.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BGFISTSTXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BGFISTST |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Bgfibank Sao Tome et Principe |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Sao Tome |
| Country | São Tomé & Príncipe |
The way the Bgfibank Sao Tome et Principe 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.
- ST Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- ST 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 BIC BGFISTSTXXX?
BGFISTSTXXX identifies the headquarters of Bgfibank Sao Tome et Principe in Sao Tome, São Tomé & Príncipe. Use it when you send money to an account at Bgfibank Sao Tome et Principe.
What happens if I use BGFISTSTXXX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check BGFISTSTXXX with the recipient before you confirm.
Are BGFISTST and BGFISTSTXXX the same code?
Yes, they are. BGFISTST is the short version of BGFISTSTXXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so either version will reach Bgfibank Sao Tome et Principe in Sao Tome.
What is the best way to send money to Bgfibank Sao Tome et Principe?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in São Tomé & Príncipe with transfer services before you send.
Does Bgfibank Sao Tome et Principe have only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – BGFISTSTXXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code we have for Bgfibank Sao Tome et Principe in São Tomé & Príncipe, so there is no branch code to choose.
What do the letters in BGFISTSTXXX stand for?
BGFI is the institution code of Bgfibank Sao Tome et Principe, ST is the ISO code of São Tomé & Príncipe, ST is the location code and XXX marks the head office.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.