SWIFT/BIC code FIMWMWM1XXX
FIMWMWM1XXX belongs to Fincom Bank of Malawi Limited (Fincom) in Blantyre, Malawi.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | FIMWMWM1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | FIMWMWM1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Fincom Bank of Malawi Limited (Fincom) |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Blantyre |
| Country | Malawi |
How the Fincom Bank of Malawi Limited (Fincom) SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- FIMW Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- MW Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- M1 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 SWIFT/BIC code FIMWMWM1XXX?
The code FIMWMWM1XXX belongs to the headquarters of Fincom Bank of Malawi Limited (Fincom) in Blantyre, Malawi. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Fincom Bank of Malawi Limited (Fincom).
Are FIMWMWM1 and FIMWMWM1XXX the same code?
Yes. FIMWMWM1 is the 8-character version of FIMWMWM1XXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so either version routes your payment to Fincom Bank of Malawi Limited (Fincom) in Blantyre.
Does Fincom Bank of Malawi Limited (Fincom) have a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – FIMWMWM1XXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code we have for Fincom Bank of Malawi Limited (Fincom) in Malawi, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Fincom Bank of Malawi Limited (Fincom)?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Malawi with transfer services before you send.
How long does it take to send money to Fincom Bank of Malawi Limited (Fincom)?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 2–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often faster than a bank.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Fincom Bank of Malawi Limited (Fincom)?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code FIMWMWM1XXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Malawi is not part of SEPA, 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.