SWIFT/BIC code TAKOGHA1XXX
TAKOGHA1XXX belongs to Takoradi International Company in Takoradi, Ghana.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | TAKOGHA1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | TAKOGHA1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Takoradi International Company |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Takoradi |
| Country | Ghana |
How the Takoradi International Company SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- TAKO Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- GH Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- A1 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 is behind BIC TAKOGHA1XXX?
TAKOGHA1XXX identifies the head office of Takoradi International Company in Takoradi, Ghana. Use it when you send money to an account at Takoradi International Company.
What do I need to send money to an account at Takoradi International Company?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code TAKOGHA1XXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Ghana is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
What does each part of TAKOGHA1XXX stand for?
TAKO is the institution code of Takoradi International Company, GH is the ISO code of Ghana, A1 is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the main office.
How long does it take to send money to Takoradi International Company?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often faster than a bank.
What happens if I enter TAKOGHA1XXX incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check TAKOGHA1XXX against the details from Takoradi International Company before sending.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Takoradi International Company in Ghana?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Ghana 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.