SWIFT/BIC code GVABAGAGXXX
GVABAGAGXXX belongs to Government of Antigua and Barbuda in St. John's, Antigua & Barbuda.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | GVABAGAGXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | GVABAGAG |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Government of Antigua and Barbuda |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | St. John's |
| Country | Antigua & Barbuda |
How the Government of Antigua and Barbuda SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- GVAB Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- AG Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- AG 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 bank uses SWIFT/BIC code GVABAGAGXXX?
The code GVABAGAGXXX belongs to the main office of Government of Antigua and Barbuda in St. John's, Antigua & Barbuda. Use it when a payment to Government of Antigua and Barbuda does not need a specific branch.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Government of Antigua and Barbuda?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Antigua & Barbuda with transfer services before you send.
How long does a transfer to Government of Antigua and Barbuda take in Antigua & Barbuda?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 1–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Government of Antigua and Barbuda?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code GVABAGAGXXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Antigua & Barbuda uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
What does each part of GVABAGAGXXX stand for?
GVAB is the bank code of Government of Antigua and Barbuda, AG is the ISO code of Antigua & Barbuda, AG is the location code and XXX means the head office.
Is GVABAGAG and GVABAGAGXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. GVABAGAG is the short version of GVABAGAGXXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so either version will reach Government of Antigua and Barbuda in St. John's.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.