SWIFT/BIC code DDCOBWGAXXX
DDCOBWGAXXX belongs to Debswana Diamond Company (Pty) LTD in Gaborone, Botswana.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | DDCOBWGAXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | DDCOBWGA |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Debswana Diamond Company (Pty) LTD |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Gaborone |
| Country | Botswana |
How the Debswana Diamond Company (Pty) LTD SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- DDCO Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- BW Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- GA 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 BIC DDCOBWGAXXX?
DDCOBWGAXXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the headquarters of Debswana Diamond Company (Pty) LTD in Gaborone, Botswana. It is the code to use when a payment to Debswana Diamond Company (Pty) LTD does not need a specific branch.
Are DDCOBWGA and DDCOBWGAXXX the same code?
Yes, they are. DDCOBWGA is the short version of DDCOBWGAXXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so both will reach Debswana Diamond Company (Pty) LTD in Gaborone.
What do the letters in DDCOBWGAXXX stand for?
DDCO is the bank code of Debswana Diamond Company (Pty) LTD, BW is the ISO code of Botswana, GA is the location code and XXX marks the head office.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Debswana Diamond Company (Pty) LTD?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code DDCOBWGAXXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Botswana uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
How long does a transfer to Debswana Diamond Company (Pty) LTD take?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 2–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often faster than a bank.
What happens if I use DDCOBWGAXXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check DDCOBWGAXXX with the recipient before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.