SWIFT/BIC code RBMAMWMWMOF
RBMAMWMWMOF belongs to Reserve Bank of Malawi in Lilongwe, Malawi.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | RBMAMWMWMOF |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | RBMAMWMW |
| Branch code | MOF |
| Bank | Reserve Bank of Malawi |
| Branch | — |
| City | Lilongwe |
| Country | Malawi |
The way the Reserve Bank of Malawi SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- RBMA 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.
- MOF 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 is behind SWIFT/BIC code RBMAMWMWMOF?
RBMAMWMWMOF is the SWIFT/BIC code of Reserve Bank of Malawi, a branch or department of Reserve Bank of Malawi in Lilongwe, Malawi. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What is the best way to send money to Reserve Bank of Malawi?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Malawi with specialist providers before you send.
Has Reserve Bank of Malawi got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 3 SWIFT/BIC codes for Reserve Bank of Malawi in Malawi, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Reserve Bank of Malawi?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code RBMAMWMWMOF, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Malawi is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
How long does it take to send money to Reserve Bank of Malawi in Malawi?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 1–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
Can I use RBMAMWMW instead of RBMAMWMWMOF?
RBMAMWMW points to the head office of Reserve Bank of Malawi, while RBMAMWMWMOF is Reserve Bank of Malawi. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use RBMAMWMWMOF if the recipient asks for it.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.