Official Name: Republic of Palau

Capital City: Ngerulmud

Currency: United States dollar (USD)

Palau National Flag

Continent: Ocean. Country: Palau Total Banks: 5

Bankinfobook currently maintains 5 verified bank listings for Palau, with Ngerulmud serving as the country's financial and administrative center. Data reflects our 2026 audit cycle.

Palau has a population of approximately 17,600, offering scale context for its 5 listed banking institutions. The average income level sits at approximately 1,698.00 USD, relevant context alongside the country's banking infrastructure. Average inflation is estimated at approximately 2.70%, a useful benchmark for currency and purchasing-power stability in the region. Guam bank is recognized as the largest commercial bank serving Palau.

Direct SWIFT/BIC connectivity across Palau's banking sector runs at approximately 80%, a 'Fragile' rating on our Financial Connectivity Index.

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Commercial Asia bank

SWIFT:

Guam bank

SWIFT: GMBKGUGU

Hawaii bank

SWIFT: BOHIPW21

Investment bank

SWIFT: PAVTPW22

Pacific bank

SWIFT: WESBGU21

✓ Verified: This entry was personally compiled and reviewed by Milan Ignjatovic using primary sources.

Founder & Sole Curator, Bankinfobook | Master Manager of ICT · Graduated Economist

Last Data Review: March 3, 2026