SWIFT/BIC code ECOCGWGWXXX
ECOCGWGWXXX belongs to Ecobank Guinee Bissau in Bissau, Guinea-Bissau.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ECOCGWGWXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ECOCGWGW |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Ecobank Guinee Bissau |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Bissau |
| Country | Guinea-Bissau |
The way the Ecobank Guinee Bissau 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.
- GW Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- GW 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 ECOCGWGWXXX?
ECOCGWGWXXX identifies the main office of Ecobank Guinee Bissau in Bissau, Guinea-Bissau. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Ecobank Guinee Bissau.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Ecobank Guinee Bissau?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Guinea-Bissau with specialist providers before you send.
What happens if I use ECOCGWGWXXX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check ECOCGWGWXXX against the details from Ecobank Guinee Bissau before you confirm.
Are ECOCGWGW and ECOCGWGWXXX the same code?
Yes, they are. ECOCGWGW is the 8-character version of ECOCGWGWXXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so either version routes your payment to Ecobank Guinee Bissau in Bissau.
Does Ecobank Guinee Bissau have only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – ECOCGWGWXXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code listed for Ecobank Guinee Bissau in Guinea-Bissau, so there is no branch code to choose.
How long does a transfer to Ecobank Guinee Bissau take in Guinea-Bissau?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 1–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.