SWIFT/BIC code SABMBWG1XXX
SABMBWG1XXX belongs to Sabmiller Botswana in Gaborone, Botswana.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SABMBWG1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SABMBWG1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Sabmiller Botswana |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Gaborone |
| Country | Botswana |
How the Sabmiller Botswana SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- SABM Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- BW Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- G1 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 uses BIC SABMBWG1XXX?
The code SABMBWG1XXX belongs to the head office of Sabmiller Botswana in Gaborone, Botswana. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Sabmiller Botswana.
What does each part of SABMBWG1XXX stand for?
SABM is the bank code of Sabmiller Botswana, BW stands for Botswana, G1 is the location code and XXX means the main office.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Sabmiller Botswana?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code SABMBWG1XXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Botswana uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Sabmiller Botswana in Botswana?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Botswana with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What happens if I enter SABMBWG1XXX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check SABMBWG1XXX with the recipient before sending.
How long does it take to send money to Sabmiller Botswana?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 2–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often faster than a bank.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.