SWIFT/BIC code XBOTBWG1XXX
XBOTBWG1XXX belongs to Botswana Stock Exchange in Gaborone, Botswana.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | XBOTBWG1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | XBOTBWG1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Botswana Stock Exchange |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Gaborone |
| Country | Botswana |
How the Botswana Stock Exchange SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- XBOT 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
What bank is behind SWIFT code XBOTBWG1XXX?
XBOTBWG1XXX identifies the head office of Botswana Stock Exchange in Gaborone, Botswana. Use it when you send money to an account at Botswana Stock Exchange.
What happens if I use XBOTBWG1XXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check XBOTBWG1XXX with the recipient before sending.
Are XBOTBWG1 and XBOTBWG1XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. XBOTBWG1 is the short version of XBOTBWG1XXX. XXX simply means head office, so either version routes your payment to Botswana Stock Exchange in Gaborone.
What is the best way to send money to Botswana Stock Exchange?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Botswana with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
How long does it take to send money to Botswana Stock Exchange?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 1–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often faster than a bank.
Does Botswana Stock Exchange have only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – XBOTBWG1XXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code listed for Botswana Stock Exchange in Botswana, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.