SWIFT/BIC code AFDBCIABCBF
AFDBCIABCBF belongs to African Development Bank in Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | AFDBCIABCBF |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | AFDBCIAB |
| Branch code | CBF |
| Bank | African Development Bank |
| Branch | — |
| City | Abidjan |
| Country | Côte d’Ivoire |
The way the African Development Bank SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- AFDB Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- CI Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- AB Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- CBF Branch code
- 3 characters for a specific branch. XXX means the head office.
Check before you send
- Ask the recipient which bank and branch the account is held at.
- Use the head office code (XXX) when no branch is specified.
- Make sure the country in the code matches the country of the account.
Frequently asked questions
What bank uses SWIFT/BIC code AFDBCIABCBF?
AFDBCIABCBF identifies African Development Bank, a unit of African Development Bank in Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What do I need to send money to an account at African Development Bank?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code AFDBCIABCBF, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Côte d’Ivoire is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
How long does a transfer to African Development Bank take?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
Can I use AFDBCIAB instead of AFDBCIABCBF?
AFDBCIAB points to the main office of African Development Bank, while AFDBCIABCBF points to African Development Bank. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention AFDBCIABCBF.
What happens if I enter AFDBCIABCBF with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check AFDBCIABCBF with the recipient before sending.
What is the cheapest way to send money to African Development Bank?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Côte d’Ivoire with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.