SWIFT/BIC code ORBKGWGWXXX
ORBKGWGWXXX belongs to Orabank Guinee Bissau in Bissau, Guinea-Bissau.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ORBKGWGWXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ORBKGWGW |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Orabank Guinee Bissau |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Bissau |
| Country | Guinea-Bissau |
How the Orabank Guinee Bissau SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- ORBK Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- GW Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- GW 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 uses SWIFT code ORBKGWGWXXX?
The code ORBKGWGWXXX belongs to the main office of Orabank Guinee Bissau in Bissau, Guinea-Bissau. Use it when a payment to Orabank Guinee Bissau does not need a specific branch.
Does Orabank Guinee Bissau use a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, ORBKGWGWXXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code listed for Orabank Guinee Bissau in Guinea-Bissau, so there is no branch code to choose.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Orabank Guinee Bissau in Guinea-Bissau?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Guinea-Bissau with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
How long does a transfer to Orabank Guinee Bissau take in Guinea-Bissau?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
What happens if I enter ORBKGWGWXXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check ORBKGWGWXXX against the details from Orabank Guinee Bissau before sending.
What do the letters in ORBKGWGWXXX stand for?
ORBK is the bank code of Orabank Guinee Bissau, GW is the ISO code of Guinea-Bissau, GW is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the head office.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.