SWIFT/BIC code CODHMWM1XXX

CODHMWM1XXX belongs to Continental Discount House Limited in Blantyre, Malawi.

CODHMWM1XXX

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeCODHMWM1XXX
8-character codeCODHMWM1
Branch codeXXX
BankContinental Discount House Limited
BranchHead office
CityBlantyre
CountryMalawi

The way the Continental Discount House Limited SWIFT/BIC is structured

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

CODH Bank code
4 letters that identify the bank.
MW Country code
2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
M1 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 institution uses SWIFT code CODHMWM1XXX?

The code CODHMWM1XXX belongs to the head office of Continental Discount House Limited in Blantyre, Malawi. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Continental Discount House Limited.

Does Continental Discount House Limited have a single SWIFT/BIC code?

Yes, CODHMWM1XXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code we have for Continental Discount House Limited in Malawi, so you do not need to pick a branch code.

What does each part of CODHMWM1XXX mean?

CODH is the institution code of Continental Discount House Limited, MW is the ISO code of Malawi, M1 is the code for the city or region and XXX means the head office.

Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Continental Discount House Limited?

Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code CODHMWM1XXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Malawi is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.

How long does a transfer to Continental Discount House Limited take in Malawi?

An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 2–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.

What happens if I enter CODHMWM1XXX incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check CODHMWM1XXX against the details from Continental Discount House Limited before you confirm.

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