SWIFT/BIC code AFDBCIABSEF
AFDBCIABSEF belongs to African Development Bank in Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | AFDBCIABSEF |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | AFDBCIAB |
| Branch code | SEF |
| 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.
- SEF 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 branch uses BIC AFDBCIABSEF?
AFDBCIABSEF is the SWIFT/BIC code of African Development Bank, a unit of African Development Bank in Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Does African Development Bank have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 31 SWIFT/BIC codes for African Development Bank in Côte d’Ivoire, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.
How long does it take to send money to African Development Bank?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 1–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
Can I use AFDBCIAB instead of AFDBCIABSEF?
AFDBCIAB points to the head office of African Development Bank, while AFDBCIABSEF points to African Development Bank. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use AFDBCIABSEF if the recipient asks for it.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at African Development Bank?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code AFDBCIABSEF, 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.
What is the cheapest way to send money to African Development Bank in Côte d’Ivoire?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Côte d’Ivoire with transfer services before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.