SWIFT/BIC code CBGMGQG1XXX

CBGMGQG1XXX belongs to Commercial Bank Guinea Ecuatorial in Malabo, Equatorial Guinea.

CBGMGQG1XXX

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeCBGMGQG1XXX
8-character codeCBGMGQG1
Branch codeXXX
BankCommercial Bank Guinea Ecuatorial
BranchHead office
CityMalabo
CountryEquatorial Guinea

The way the Commercial Bank Guinea Ecuatorial SWIFT/BIC is structured

A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:

CBGM Bank code
4 letters that identify the bank.
GQ Country code
2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
G1 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 CBGMGQG1XXX?

CBGMGQG1XXX identifies the headquarters of Commercial Bank Guinea Ecuatorial in Malabo, Equatorial Guinea. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Commercial Bank Guinea Ecuatorial.

Does Commercial Bank Guinea Ecuatorial have a single SWIFT/BIC code?

Yes, CBGMGQG1XXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code we have for Commercial Bank Guinea Ecuatorial in Equatorial Guinea, so you do not need to pick a branch code.

Are CBGMGQG1 and CBGMGQG1XXX the same code?

Yes, they are. CBGMGQG1 is the short version of CBGMGQG1XXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so both will reach Commercial Bank Guinea Ecuatorial in Malabo.

What is the cheapest way to send money to Commercial Bank Guinea Ecuatorial in Equatorial Guinea?

Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Equatorial Guinea with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.

How long does a transfer to Commercial Bank Guinea Ecuatorial take?

An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 2–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often quicker than a bank.

What happens if I enter CBGMGQG1XXX incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check CBGMGQG1XXX with the recipient before you confirm.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.