Your business, connected to the world
Pay overseas suppliers, settle international invoices and receive funds from abroad with confidence. Demerara Bank's Wire Transfer service moves your money directly from bank to bank through the secure SWIFT network, backed by our trusted global correspondent banking partners. It's simple to request, safe and reliable.
Whether you're paying university tuition overseas, covering medical bills abroad or making a large international purchase, wire transfers give you a secure way to send money where it needs to go.
Send and receive wire transfers in US dollars, Canadian dollars, British pounds and euros.
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Pay suppliers and make international payments directly from your Demerara Bank account to a bank overseas. Choose the channel that suits you best.
Request a wire transfer anytime, anywhere, right from your phone.
Submit your request from your computer through our enhanced web platform.
Log inEach request is reviewed and processed by our team, and we'll keep you updated every step of the way.
Receive international payments directly into your Demerara Bank account. Simply share the Bank's wire instructions below with the sender.
Intermediary bank
Bank of New York – Mellon
1 Wall Street, New York, NY 10286, USA
Final beneficiary
Demerara Bank Limited
230 Camp & South Streets, Georgetown, Guyana
Intermediary bank
Toronto-Dominion Bank
Toronto
Beneficiary bank
The Bank of New York Mellon
New York
Final beneficiary
Demerara Bank Limited
Option 1
Intermediary bank
Bank of New York – Mellon
Frankfurt
Beneficiary bank
Bank of New York Mellon
New York
Final beneficiary
Demerara Bank Limited
Option 2
Bank
Crown Agents Bank
3 London Bridge Street, London, SE1 9SG, United Kingdom
Final beneficiary
Demerara Bank Limited
214 Camp Street, North Cummingsburg, Georgetown, Guyana
Intermediary bank
Bank of New York – Mellon
London
Beneficiary bank
Bank of New York Mellon
New York
Final beneficiary
Demerara Bank Limited
Tip: For smaller personal amounts, Ria Money Transfer may be the faster option. See below.
For a quick, safe alternative to an incoming wire transfer, ask your family, friends or business contacts to send money through Ria Money Transfer. Funds sent in any currency are credited directly to your Demerara Bank account in real time.
Want to learn more about Ria? →| Currency | Buying | Selling | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Notes | Others | Notes | Others | |
| USD US Dollar | 212.00 | 215.00 | 215.00 | 218.00 |
| CAD Canadian Dollar | 145.00 | 155.00 | 160.00 | 170.00 |
| GBP British Pound | 240.00 | 250.00 | 250.00 | 260.00 |
| EUR Euro | 207.00 | 208.00 | 220.00 | 230.00 |
| BBD Barbados Dollar | 70.00 | – | 90.00 | – |
| XCD EC Dollar | 52.00 | – | 62.00 | – |
| TTD TT Dollar | 20.00 | – | 30.00 | – |
| AUD Australian Dollar | – | 152.00 | – | 156.00 |
Exchange rates are subject to change without prior notice.
An outgoing international wire transfer is an electronic payment sent from your bank account to a beneficiary's bank account overseas. To submit a request through Demerara Bank, select the SWIFT Transfer option in E-Banking or the Mobile App.
Demerara Bank facilitates outgoing international wire transfers. Customers can submit requests by selecting the SWIFT Transfer option in E-Banking or the Mobile App. Processing is subject to the Bank's applicable requirements.
A local bank transfer generally moves funds between accounts within the domestic banking system. An international wire transfer sends funds to a bank overseas and may involve correspondent banks, foreign exchange, additional documentation and charges.
SWIFT is a secure financial messaging network that banks use to exchange payment instructions and related messages. A SWIFT payment message does not, by itself, confirm that funds have been credited to the beneficiary's account.
Demerara Bank facilitates outgoing wire transfers in USD, EUR, GBP and CAD, subject to applicable requirements and foreign currency availability.
Yes. You must hold a Demerara Bank account to request an outgoing wire transfer. Requests are submitted through E-Banking or the Mobile App.
There is generally no minimum transfer amount. However, transfer and intermediary bank fees may make smaller payments less economical.
Log in to DBL E-Banking or the Mobile App, select SWIFT Transfer and complete the required fields. Check the beneficiary details carefully and provide supporting information or documents where requested.
Outgoing wire transfer requests are submitted through DBL E-Banking or the Mobile App. A branch visit is not normally required
You will generally need the beneficiary's full name, address and account number, together with the beneficiary bank's name, address and SWIFT/BIC code or other applicable routing details (such as an ABA routing number). You must also state the purpose of payment and provide supporting documents, such as invoices, where required. Additional details may be needed for some destinations.
A SWIFT/BIC code identifies a financial institution for international payment messaging. Ask the beneficiary to confirm the correct bank details and payment instructions before submitting your request.
An intermediary or correspondent bank helps route an international payment between the sending bank and the beneficiary's bank. Intermediary bank details may be required depending on the payment route and destination.
Enter a clear and accurate explanation of why you are sending the funds, consistent with any supporting documents. Examples include payment for goods, tuition, medical expenses or services. The Bank may request further information.
Use the beneficiary's full name as it appears in the receiving bank's payment instructions. Nicknames, abbreviations or mismatched details may cause delays or rejection.
Supporting documents may be required to verify the purpose and details of an outgoing wire transfer. Requirements depend on the nature of the payment and the Bank's procedures.
If the information or supporting documents are incomplete or inconsistent, your request may be delayed while the Bank seeks clarification or additional documents. Please provide any requested information promptly.
DBL's stated outgoing wire transfer charge is GY$5,000 per transfer. Intermediary or correspondent banks may also charge fees.
Yes. Intermediary and receiving banks may charge fees. The amounts can vary depending on the banks involved, the payment route and the transaction value .
Not necessarily. The amount credited may be reduced by intermediary or receiving bank fees, depending on the charge arrangement, and may also be affected by currency conversion.
Yes. You may request a USD wire transfer funded from a GYD account. The applicable exchange rate and other processing requirements will determine whether and when the request can be processed.
Once DBL processes your wire transfer, an email confirmation is sent with the transaction details. This confirms processing by DBL; it does not necessarily mean the beneficiary's bank has credited the funds. For further assistance, contact the Bank through an official channel.
Yes. Weekends, public holidays, banking business days and processing cut-off times in the countries involved may affect when a transfer is processed or credited.
Contact DBL immediately by telephone, by email at forex@demerarabank.com, or through the messaging feature in E-Banking or the Mobile App. Explain which details are incorrect and provide the relevant request information through an approved channel. A correction or recovery may not be possible, especially if the transfer has already been sent.
You may request a recall through the Bank, but a successful return of funds is not guaranteed. The outcome depends on the payment status, the beneficiary bank and other banks involved. Contact DBL as soon as possible for guidance.
If you suspect a scam, stop communicating with the suspected fraudster and contact DBL immediately through an official channel. If you have already submitted a wire transfer request, advise the Bank that it may be fraudulent so urgent follow-up can be considered. Do not share passwords, PINs or one-time codes.
International wire transfers are subject to applicable legal, regulatory and Bank requirements. Some destinations, beneficiaries or transaction types may not be supported. Contact DBL for further guidance .
