SWIFT/BIC code FCPBGHACXXX
FCPBGHACXXX belongs to Capital Bank Limited in Accra, Ghana.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | FCPBGHACXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | FCPBGHAC |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Capital Bank Limited |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Accra |
| Country | Ghana |
How the Capital Bank Limited SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- FCPB 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 is behind BIC FCPBGHACXXX?
FCPBGHACXXX identifies the head office of Capital Bank Limited in Accra, Ghana. Use it when you send money to an account at Capital Bank Limited.
What happens if I enter FCPBGHACXXX incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check FCPBGHACXXX against the details from Capital Bank Limited before sending.
How long does it take to send money to Capital Bank Limited in Ghana?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 2–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Capital Bank Limited?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Ghana with transfer services before you send.
Does Capital Bank Limited have only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, FCPBGHACXXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code listed for Capital Bank Limited in Ghana, so there is no branch code to choose.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Capital Bank Limited?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code FCPBGHACXXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Ghana 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.