SWIFT/BIC code RBMAMWMWMRA

RBMAMWMWMRA belongs to Reserve Bank of Malawi in Blantyre, Malawi.

RBMAMWMWMRA

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeRBMAMWMWMRA
8-character codeRBMAMWMW
Branch codeMRA
BankReserve Bank of Malawi
Branch—
CityBlantyre
CountryMalawi

How 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.
MRA 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 RBMAMWMWMRA?

RBMAMWMWMRA identifies Reserve Bank of Malawi, a branch or department of Reserve Bank of Malawi in Blantyre, Malawi. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

Can I use RBMAMWMW instead of RBMAMWMWMRA?

RBMAMWMW is the main office of Reserve Bank of Malawi, while RBMAMWMWMRA points to Reserve Bank of Malawi. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention RBMAMWMWMRA.

What happens if I use RBMAMWMWMRA incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check RBMAMWMWMRA against the details from Reserve Bank of Malawi before you confirm.

What do the letters in RBMAMWMWMRA mean?

RBMA is the bank code of Reserve Bank of Malawi, MW stands for Malawi, MW is the code for the city or region and MRA identifies the department Reserve Bank of Malawi.

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.

What is the best way to send money to Reserve Bank of Malawi in 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 – 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.