First National Bank (FNB) SWIFT Code: FIABORLG

First National Bank (FNB) SWIFT Code: FIABORLG

The SWIFT/BIC code for First National Bank Botswana is FIABORLG. FIAB identifies First International Advisors Botswana (the historical identifier), OR stands for an older country-code convention, and LG refers to the location. This code is used for international wire transfers to FNB Botswana accounts in Gaborone.

FNB Botswana is a subsidiary of FirstRand, one of the largest financial groups in Africa. It operates across retail, commercial, and corporate banking in Botswana and connects to the broader FirstRand network spanning South Africa, Namibia, Zambia, and other African markets.

Sending an International Wire to FNB Botswana

To send a wire to an FNB Botswana account, you'll need the recipient's full name, their FNB account number, branch code, and the SWIFT code FIABORLG. The bank's main office address is First Place, Plot 54362, New CBD, Gaborone, Botswana.

Botswana does not use IBANs. You need the branch code and account number. International wires in BWP (Botswana pula) or USD typically take 2 to 5 business days to settle, depending on the originating bank and any intermediary routing.

FNB Botswana Transfer Fees

FNB Botswana charges fees for incoming and outgoing international transfers that vary by currency and amount. Outgoing wires typically cost between BWP 150 and BWP 350. Incoming wire fees are generally lower but depend on the correspondent bank charges passed along.

International transfers to Botswana often route through correspondent banks in South Africa (particularly FirstRand/FNB South Africa) or London, which can add intermediary fees. Confirming the full fee chain with your sending bank before initiating a transfer is advisable.

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