SWIFT/BIC code ECOCGMGMXXX
ECOCGMGMXXX belongs to Ecobank Gambia in Serrekunda, Gambia.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ECOCGMGMXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ECOCGMGM |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Ecobank Gambia |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Serrekunda |
| Country | Gambia |
The way the Ecobank Gambia SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- ECOC Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- GM Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- GM 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 SWIFT code ECOCGMGMXXX?
ECOCGMGMXXX identifies the headquarters of Ecobank Gambia in Serrekunda, Gambia. Use it when you send money to an account at Ecobank Gambia.
What happens if I use ECOCGMGMXXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check ECOCGMGMXXX with the recipient before you confirm.
Does Ecobank Gambia have only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – ECOCGMGMXXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code we have for Ecobank Gambia in Gambia, so there is no branch code to choose.
How long does a transfer to Ecobank Gambia take in Gambia?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
Are ECOCGMGM and ECOCGMGMXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. ECOCGMGM is the 8-character version of ECOCGMGMXXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so either version routes your payment to Ecobank Gambia in Serrekunda.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Ecobank Gambia?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code ECOCGMGMXXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Gambia uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.