SWIFT/BIC code AFDBCIABMCB
AFDBCIABMCB belongs to African Development Bank in Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | AFDBCIABMCB |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | AFDBCIAB |
| Branch code | MCB |
| Bank | African Development Bank |
| Branch | — |
| City | Abidjan |
| Country | Côte d’Ivoire |
How the African Development Bank SWIFT/BIC is structured
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.
- MCB 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 SWIFT code AFDBCIABMCB?
AFDBCIABMCB is the SWIFT/BIC code of African Development Bank, a branch or department of African Development Bank in Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What is the best way to send money to African Development Bank?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Côte d’Ivoire with specialist providers before you send.
What happens if I use AFDBCIABMCB incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check AFDBCIABMCB with the recipient before sending.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at African Development Bank?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code AFDBCIABMCB, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Côte d’Ivoire is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
How long does a transfer to African Development Bank take?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 1–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
What does each part of AFDBCIABMCB stand for?
AFDB is the bank code of African Development Bank, CI is the ISO code of Côte d’Ivoire, AB is the location code and MCB identifies the department African Development Bank.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.