SWIFT/BIC code UNTBTGTGXXX
UNTBTGTGXXX belongs to Union Togolaise de Banque in Lome, Togo.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | UNTBTGTGXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | UNTBTGTG |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Union Togolaise de Banque |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Lome |
| Country | Togo |
How the Union Togolaise de Banque SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- UNTB Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- TG Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- TG 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 SWIFT/BIC code UNTBTGTGXXX?
The code UNTBTGTGXXX belongs to the headquarters of Union Togolaise de Banque in Lome, Togo. Use it when a payment to Union Togolaise de Banque does not need a specific branch.
How long does a transfer to Union Togolaise de Banque take in Togo?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
What do the letters in UNTBTGTGXXX mean?
UNTB is the bank code of Union Togolaise de Banque, TG stands for Togo, TG is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the main office.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Union Togolaise de Banque?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code UNTBTGTGXXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Togo uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
Are UNTBTGTG and UNTBTGTGXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. UNTBTGTG is the short version of UNTBTGTGXXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so both will reach Union Togolaise de Banque in Lome.
What is the best way to send money to Union Togolaise de Banque in Togo?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Togo with transfer services before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.