SWIFT/BIC code GTBIUGKAXXX
GTBIUGKAXXX belongs to Guaranty Trust Bank (Uganda) LTD in Kampala, Uganda.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | GTBIUGKAXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | GTBIUGKA |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Guaranty Trust Bank (Uganda) LTD |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Kampala |
| Country | Uganda |
The way the Guaranty Trust Bank (Uganda) LTD SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- GTBI Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- UG Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- KA 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 code GTBIUGKAXXX?
GTBIUGKAXXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the headquarters of Guaranty Trust Bank (Uganda) LTD in Kampala, Uganda. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Guaranty Trust Bank (Uganda) LTD.
Does Guaranty Trust Bank (Uganda) LTD use only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, GTBIUGKAXXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code we have for Guaranty Trust Bank (Uganda) LTD in Uganda, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Guaranty Trust Bank (Uganda) LTD?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Uganda with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Are GTBIUGKA and GTBIUGKAXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. GTBIUGKA is the 8-character version of GTBIUGKAXXX. XXX simply means head office, so both will reach Guaranty Trust Bank (Uganda) LTD in Kampala.
What happens if I use GTBIUGKAXXX incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check GTBIUGKAXXX against the details from Guaranty Trust Bank (Uganda) LTD before sending.
How long does it take to send money to Guaranty Trust Bank (Uganda) LTD in Uganda?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 1–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.