SWIFT/BIC code AFDBCIABSRF
AFDBCIABSRF belongs to African Development Bank in Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | AFDBCIABSRF |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | AFDBCIAB |
| Branch code | SRF |
| Bank | African Development Bank |
| Branch | — |
| City | Abidjan |
| Country | Côte d’Ivoire |
How 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.
- SRF 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 BIC AFDBCIABSRF?
AFDBCIABSRF identifies 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.
Does African Development Bank have more 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. All of them are listed on the page of African Development Bank.
What happens if I use AFDBCIABSRF with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check AFDBCIABSRF against the details from African Development Bank before sending.
What is the best way to send money to African Development Bank?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Côte d’Ivoire with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Can I use AFDBCIAB instead of AFDBCIABSRF?
AFDBCIAB is the main office of African Development Bank, while AFDBCIABSRF is African Development Bank. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use AFDBCIABSRF if the recipient asks for it.
How long does it take to send money to African Development Bank in Côte d’Ivoire?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 1–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often faster than a bank.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.