SWIFT/BIC code GTBIRWRKXXX
GTBIRWRKXXX belongs to Guaranty Trust Bank (Rwanda) LTD in Kigali, Rwanda.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | GTBIRWRKXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | GTBIRWRK |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Guaranty Trust Bank (Rwanda) LTD |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Kigali |
| Country | Rwanda |
The way the Guaranty Trust Bank (Rwanda) LTD SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- GTBI Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- RW Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- RK 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 institution is behind SWIFT/BIC code GTBIRWRKXXX?
GTBIRWRKXXX identifies the headquarters of Guaranty Trust Bank (Rwanda) LTD in Kigali, Rwanda. It is the code to use when a payment to Guaranty Trust Bank (Rwanda) LTD does not need a specific branch.
Does Guaranty Trust Bank (Rwanda) LTD use only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – GTBIRWRKXXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code we have for Guaranty Trust Bank (Rwanda) LTD in Rwanda, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
What is the best way to send money to Guaranty Trust Bank (Rwanda) LTD?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Rwanda with transfer services before you send.
How long does a transfer to Guaranty Trust Bank (Rwanda) LTD take in Rwanda?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
Is GTBIRWRK and GTBIRWRKXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. GTBIRWRK is the 8-character version of GTBIRWRKXXX. XXX simply means head office, so both routes your payment to Guaranty Trust Bank (Rwanda) LTD in Kigali.
What happens if I enter GTBIRWRKXXX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check GTBIRWRKXXX 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.