ICBGGMGS — FBN BANK GAMBIA LIMITED
ICBGGMGS is the SWIFT/BIC code for FBN BANK GAMBIA LIMITED in SERREKUNDA, Gambia — an 8-character head-office code under ISO 9362.
ICBGGMGS is the SWIFT/BIC code for FBN BANK GAMBIA LIMITED in SERREKUNDA, Gambia. It is an 8-character head-office identifier under the ISO 9362 standard.
BIC breakdown (ISO 9362)
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Institution | FBN BANK GAMBIA LIMITED |
| Country | Gambia (GM) |
| Location Code | GS |
| Branch | None |
| Type | 8-character head-office code (BIC8) |
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Frequently asked questions
What bank does the SWIFT code ICBGGMGS belong to?
The SWIFT code ICBGGMGS identifies FBN BANK GAMBIA LIMITED in SERREKUNDA, Gambia. This head office code is used for cross-border payments and SWIFT network routing.
What do the parts of the SWIFT code ICBGGMGS mean?
The 8 or 11 characters of ICBGGMGS are parsed as follows: characters 1-4 (ICBG) represent the bank code for FBN BANK GAMBIA LIMITED; characters 5-6 (GM) indicate the country code for Gambia; characters 7-8 (GS) specify the location code; and the final characters (—) designate the specific branch.
Is the BIC code ICBGGMGS active on the SWIFT network?
Yes, the Business Identifier Code (BIC) ICBGGMGS is registered under ISO 9362 and is active for routing interbank messages. Location characters 'GS' designate it as a primary active participant.
Can I use the head office code ICBGGMGS instead of ICBGGMGS?
Yes. The 8-character code ICBGGMGS represents the primary headquarters of FBN BANK GAMBIA LIMITED. The 11-character code ICBGGMGS targets the head office directly. If the branch code is unknown, sending payments to ICBGGMGS (or ICBGGMGSXXX) will route them to the main head office.
What is the physical address of the bank registered to ICBGGMGS?
The physical address registered for ICBGGMGS is: 48 KAIRABA AVE, SERREKUNDA, Gambia. Verify this address matches your recipient's branch details before initiating a transaction.
Sources & References
- 🌐 ISO 9362: The official standard defining the Business Identifier Code (BIC) format guidelines.
- 🏢 SWIFT Registration Authority: The organization designated by ISO to register and publish BICs (swift.com).