SWIFT/BIC code NBMAMWMW001
NBMAMWMW001 belongs to National Bank of Malawi in Blantyre, Malawi.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NBMAMWMW001 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NBMAMWMW |
| Branch code | 001 |
| Bank | National Bank of Malawi |
| Branch | Henderson Street Branch |
| City | Blantyre |
| Country | Malawi |
How the National Bank of Malawi SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- NBMA Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- MW Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- MW Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- 001 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 BIC NBMAMWMW001?
NBMAMWMW001 identifies Henderson Street Branch, a unit of National Bank of Malawi in Blantyre, Malawi. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Does National Bank of Malawi have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 9 SWIFT/BIC codes for National Bank of Malawi in Malawi, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of National Bank of Malawi.
Can I use NBMAMWMW instead of NBMAMWMW001?
NBMAMWMW is the main office of National Bank of Malawi, while NBMAMWMW001 is Henderson Street Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use NBMAMWMW001 if the recipient asks for it.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at National Bank of Malawi?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code NBMAMWMW001, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Malawi is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
How long does it take to send money to National Bank of Malawi in Malawi?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 1–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
What is the cheapest way to send money to National Bank of Malawi in Malawi?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Malawi with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.