SWIFT/BIC code OPILMWMWXXX
OPILMWMWXXX belongs to Opportunity International Bank of Malawi in Lilongwe, Malawi.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | OPILMWMWXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | OPILMWMW |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Opportunity International Bank of Malawi |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Lilongwe |
| Country | Malawi |
The way the Opportunity International Bank of Malawi SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- OPIL 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.
- 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 is behind SWIFT/BIC code OPILMWMWXXX?
OPILMWMWXXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the head office of Opportunity International Bank of Malawi in Lilongwe, Malawi. Use it when you send money to an account at Opportunity International Bank of Malawi.
Does Opportunity International Bank of Malawi have a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – OPILMWMWXXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code listed for Opportunity International Bank of Malawi in Malawi, so there is no branch code to choose.
Is OPILMWMW and OPILMWMWXXX the same code?
Yes, they are. OPILMWMW is the short version of OPILMWMWXXX. XXX simply means head office, so both will reach Opportunity International Bank of Malawi in Lilongwe.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Opportunity International Bank of Malawi?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Malawi with transfer services before you send.
What happens if I enter OPILMWMWXXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check OPILMWMWXXX against the details from Opportunity International Bank of Malawi before you confirm.
How long does it take to send money to Opportunity International Bank of Malawi in Malawi?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money 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.