SWIFT/BIC code AFDBCIABLTW
AFDBCIABLTW belongs to African Development Bank in Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | AFDBCIABLTW |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | AFDBCIAB |
| Branch code | LTW |
| Bank | African Development Bank |
| Branch | — |
| City | Abidjan |
| Country | Côte d’Ivoire |
How the African Development Bank SWIFT/BIC is built up
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.
- LTW 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
Which bank is behind BIC AFDBCIABLTW?
AFDBCIABLTW is the SWIFT/BIC code of African Development Bank, part of African Development Bank in Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use AFDBCIAB instead of AFDBCIABLTW?
AFDBCIAB points to the main office of African Development Bank, while AFDBCIABLTW is African Development Bank. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention AFDBCIABLTW.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at African Development Bank?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code AFDBCIABLTW, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Côte d’Ivoire is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
How long does it take to send money to African Development Bank?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
Does African Development Bank have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 31 SWIFT/BIC codes for African Development Bank in Côte d’Ivoire. All of them are listed on the page of African Development Bank.
What is the cheapest way to send money to African Development Bank in Côte d’Ivoire?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Côte d’Ivoire with transfer services 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.