SWIFT/BIC code FAMCGHACXXX
FAMCGHACXXX belongs to First Atlantic Bank Limited in Accra, Ghana.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | FAMCGHACXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | FAMCGHAC |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | First Atlantic Bank Limited |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Accra |
| Country | Ghana |
How the First Atlantic Bank Limited SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- FAMC Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- GH Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- AC 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
What bank uses SWIFT/BIC code FAMCGHACXXX?
FAMCGHACXXX identifies the main office of First Atlantic Bank Limited in Accra, Ghana. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at First Atlantic Bank Limited.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at First Atlantic Bank Limited?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code FAMCGHACXXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Ghana uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
What do the letters in FAMCGHACXXX mean?
FAMC is the bank code of First Atlantic Bank Limited, GH is the ISO code of Ghana, AC is the location code and XXX means the head office.
Is FAMCGHAC and FAMCGHACXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. FAMCGHAC is the short version of FAMCGHACXXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so either version will reach First Atlantic Bank Limited in Accra.
How long does a transfer to First Atlantic Bank Limited take in Ghana?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 1–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
What happens if I use FAMCGHACXXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check FAMCGHACXXX 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.