SWIFT/BIC code BICIGALXMDA
BICIGALXMDA belongs to B.i.c.i. du Gabon in Moanda, Gabon.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BICIGALXMDA |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BICIGALX |
| Branch code | MDA |
| Bank | B.i.c.i. du Gabon |
| Branch | Moanda Branch |
| City | Moanda |
| Country | Gabon |
The way the B.i.c.i. du Gabon SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BICI Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- GA Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- LX Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- MDA 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/BIC code BICIGALXMDA?
BICIGALXMDA identifies Moanda Branch, part of B.i.c.i. du Gabon in Moanda, Gabon. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the best way to send money to B.i.c.i. du Gabon?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Gabon with specialist providers before you send.
What do the letters in BICIGALXMDA mean?
BICI is the institution code of B.i.c.i. du Gabon, GA is the ISO code of Gabon, LX is the location code and MDA is the code of the branch Moanda Branch.
Can I use BICIGALX instead of BICIGALXMDA?
BICIGALX is the head office of B.i.c.i. du Gabon, while BICIGALXMDA points to Moanda Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use BICIGALXMDA if the recipient asks for it.
What happens if I use BICIGALXMDA with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check BICIGALXMDA against the details from B.i.c.i. du Gabon before sending.
How long does a transfer to B.i.c.i. du Gabon take?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 1–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.