SWIFT/BIC code BNRWRWRPXXX
BNRWRWRPXXX belongs to Banque Nationale du Rwanda (Bnr) in Kigali, Rwanda.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BNRWRWRPXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BNRWRWRP |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Banque Nationale du Rwanda (Bnr) |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Kigali |
| Country | Rwanda |
How the Banque Nationale du Rwanda (Bnr) SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BNRW Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- RW Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- RP 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 is behind BIC BNRWRWRPXXX?
BNRWRWRPXXX identifies the head office of Banque Nationale du Rwanda (Bnr) in Kigali, Rwanda. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Banque Nationale du Rwanda (Bnr).
What happens if I enter BNRWRWRPXXX incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check BNRWRWRPXXX against the details from Banque Nationale du Rwanda (Bnr) before you confirm.
How long does it take to send money to Banque Nationale du Rwanda (Bnr)?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
Are BNRWRWRP and BNRWRWRPXXX the same code?
Yes. BNRWRWRP is the 8-character version of BNRWRWRPXXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so both will reach Banque Nationale du Rwanda (Bnr) in Kigali.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Banque Nationale du Rwanda (Bnr)?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code BNRWRWRPXXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Rwanda is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
What does each part of BNRWRWRPXXX mean?
BNRW is the institution code of Banque Nationale du Rwanda (Bnr), RW stands for Rwanda, RP 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.