SWIFT/BIC code FIRNBWGXCUS
FIRNBWGXCUS belongs to First National Bank of Botswana Limited in Gaborone, Botswana.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | FIRNBWGXCUS |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | FIRNBWGX |
| Branch code | CUS |
| Bank | First National Bank of Botswana Limited |
| Branch | Electronic Money Market Depository |
| City | Gaborone |
| Country | Botswana |
The way the First National Bank of Botswana Limited SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- FIRN Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- BW Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- GX Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- CUS 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 branch uses SWIFT/BIC code FIRNBWGXCUS?
The code FIRNBWGXCUS belongs to Electronic Money Market Depository, a unit of First National Bank of Botswana Limited in Gaborone, Botswana. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use FIRNBWGX instead of FIRNBWGXCUS?
FIRNBWGX points to the head office of First National Bank of Botswana Limited, while FIRNBWGXCUS is Electronic Money Market Depository. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use FIRNBWGXCUS if the recipient asks for it.
Does First National Bank of Botswana Limited have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 2 SWIFT/BIC codes for First National Bank of Botswana Limited in Botswana. All of them are listed on the page of First National Bank of Botswana Limited.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at First National Bank of Botswana Limited?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code FIRNBWGXCUS, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Botswana uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
What happens if I enter FIRNBWGXCUS incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check FIRNBWGXCUS against the details from First National Bank of Botswana Limited before sending.
How long does a transfer to First National Bank of Botswana Limited take in Botswana?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 1–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist 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.