“To achieve a mutually beneficial relationship between the bank and its customers by providing efficient and quality services to both depositors and entrepreneurs in the tradition of courtesy and confidentiality through the harnessing of state-of-the-art technology, and the employment and training of a committed team.” That is the mission statement for the Guyana Bank for Trade and Industry AKA GBTI. To prove that the bank lives up to its mission, this article will reveal background information about the bank as well as the services offered. For simplicity we will refer to the bank as GBTI.
Background Information Of GBTI
GBTI has a rich and successful history of over 180 years that began with the establishment of the first Commercial Bank in British Guiana, the Colonial Bank, in May 1836, continuing with the operations of Barclays PLC.
In 1987 the assets and liabilities of Barclays PLC were acquired by the Government of Guyana and renamed Guyana Bank for Trade and Industry Limited. GBTI was officially opened to the public on December 1, 1987.
In January 1990, GBTI merged with Republic Bank (Guyana) Ltd formerly Chase Manhattan Bank N.A, and in 1991 the Bank was privatized. GBTI is a public company with over 1,800 shareholders.
About GBTI
GBTI makes life so much easier with Mobile and Direct Banking and easy access to over 25 ATM locations and Point of Sale Service at more than 235 merchants across Guyana. Their large network of correspondent banks facilitates reliable and efficient international business transactions including Electronic Payments, Foreign Currency Drafts, Cambio facilities, Foreign Currency Accounts, Letters of Credit and Bills of Collection among others.
Today, GBTI provides an extensive range of services to its Corporate and Individual customers. Personal Savings, Business and Investment Accounts; Personal, Housing and Business Financing; Credit Cards and Visa International Debit and Credit Cards are all offered by their Corporate Office and twelve (12) Branches spread across Guyana.
The wide network of branches throughout the country allows you the convenience of carrying out your banking activities at any of the locations nearest to you, and the well-trained and experienced staff will provide you with the most professional and expert service.
Services Offered At GBTI
Services include:
- Savings and Chequing Accounts – When it comes to your savings account everyone has unique needs and aspirations. Meeting everyday needs and achieving those aspirations could be challenging. But there are ways to overcome those challenges. Saving is a great way to help you achieve your life goals. At GBTI they have a range of saving plans designed to help you achieve your dreams. As for your chequing account, this allows an individual to make payments and conduct transactions with the use of a chequebook. Chequebooks can be ordered with 25 or 50 leaves according to the need and frequency of use.
- Cards (Credit & Debit) – Some cards available are the VISA Gold & Class Credit Cards, VISA Travel Classic Card and Kaieteur Classic Debit Card.
- Loans – These include housing loans, technology loans and personal loans.
- Electronic Banking – This is designed for those of you who need a fast and easy way to manage your account from home, work or on the go. It’s convenient, safe and easy. You will be able to: get real-time account statement; transfer funds between your own accounts; pay utility bills; and manage your credit cards and accounts.
- Foreign Trade Services – If you need to send money overseas or exchange your foreign currency for local dollar, then you can visit the Foreign Trade Services Department at any of the Branches for the best rates, quick and secure environment.
- Personal Financing Tools – These include a Budget Planner and a Mortgage Calculator.
- Other Services – Night Deposits, Safe Deposit Boxes, Automated Teller Machines (ATM), Investment accounts, Bonds & Guarantees, Mutual Funds, Payroll, Business loans, Overdrafts and Utility Payment.
Tip: GBTI’s aim is to transform your desires and goals into reality with customized financial services; ultimately driving growth and development and empowering and transforming communities across Guyana.
Location & Contact Information For GBTI
- Guyana Bank For Trade And Industry
- Address: High & Young Streets, Kingston, Georgetown, Guyana, South America
- Office: +592 231 4400
- Fax: +592 231 4411
- SWIFT: GUTIGYGE
- Email: [email protected]
- Website: http://www.gbtibank.com
GBTI Branches
The presence in 12 locations, from Port Kaituma in the North West, to Corriverton in East Berbice, and Lethem in Central Rupununi, makes GBTI the most accessible bank and equal employer of more than 600 employees, thereby helping to shape the lives of more than 600 Guyanese families. Branches are:
- Anna Regina – Lot 2 Anna Regina, Essequibo Coast. Tel: +592 771 4830-4
- Bartica – 59 2nd Avenue, Essequibo River, Bartica. Tel: +592 455 2011-2
- Corriverton – Lot 211 No. 78 Village, Corriverton, Berbice. Tel: +592 335 3399-3404
- Diamond – Diamond Public Road, East Bank Demerara. Tel: +592 265 3936-8
- Lethem – Barrack Retreat, Lethem Rupununi. Tel: +592 772 2241/2270-1/3/4
- Parika – Lot 300 Parika, East Bank Essequibo. Tel: +592 260 4400-5
- Port Mourant – Lot 2, Area Q, Port Mourant, Berbice. Tel: 592 336 6585-6, 592-336-6652-3
- Port Kaituma – Turn Basin, Port Kaituma, North West District. Tel: +592 777 4087-9
- Providence – C/o Ramada Georgetown Princess Hotel, Providence, East Bank Demerara. Tel: +592 265 7064/5
- Regent St. Branch – Lot 138, Regent Street, Lacytown, Georgetown, Guyana. Tel: +592 225 5291-5
- Vreed-en-Hoop Branch – Lot N Plantain Walk, Vreed-en-Hoop, West Bank Demerara. Tel: +592 264 2191-4
- Water St. Branch – 47-48 Water Street, Georgetown. Tel: +592 226 8430-9
GBTI In Guyana
GBTI is Guyana’s number one banker. They care about you, whether you are a business customer or a personal customer. They offer a range of full-fledged banking services from retail savings and lending to large commercial trading facilitation services and small business investment support. They are empowered by an experienced and vibrant management team, a stable and prestigious work environment, a healthy income, dignified and high work ethics and standards and a bright future of innovative banking. Yes, GBTI contributes to the convenience and betterment of your life!
