SWIFT/BIC code UTBKGHACXXX
UTBKGHACXXX belongs to Ut Bank LTD in Accra, Ghana.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | UTBKGHACXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | UTBKGHAC |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Ut Bank LTD |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Accra |
| Country | Ghana |
The way the Ut Bank LTD SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- UTBK Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- GH Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- AC 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 UTBKGHACXXX?
The code UTBKGHACXXX belongs to the headquarters of Ut Bank LTD in Accra, Ghana. It is the code to use when a payment to Ut Bank LTD does not need a specific branch.
What does each part of UTBKGHACXXX stand for?
UTBK is the bank code of Ut Bank LTD, GH is the ISO code of Ghana, AC is the code for the city or region and XXX means the head office.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Ut Bank LTD?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code UTBKGHACXXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Ghana uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
How long does it take to send money to Ut Bank LTD?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 2–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
Is UTBKGHAC and UTBKGHACXXX the same code?
Yes. UTBKGHAC is the short version of UTBKGHACXXX. XXX simply means head office, so either version will reach Ut Bank LTD in Accra.
What happens if I enter UTBKGHACXXX incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check UTBKGHACXXX against the details from Ut Bank LTD before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.