SWIFT/BIC code AFDBCMC1XXX
AFDBCMC1XXX belongs to African Development Bank in Yaounde, Cameroon.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | AFDBCMC1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | AFDBCMC1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | African Development Bank |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Yaounde |
| Country | Cameroon |
The way 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.
- CM Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- C1 Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- XXX 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 uses BIC AFDBCMC1XXX?
AFDBCMC1XXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the head office of African Development Bank in Yaounde, Cameroon. Use it when a payment to African Development Bank does not need a specific branch.
What is the best way to send money to African Development Bank in Cameroon?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Cameroon with transfer services before you send.
Are AFDBCMC1 and AFDBCMC1XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. AFDBCMC1 is the 8-character version of AFDBCMC1XXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so both will reach African Development Bank in Yaounde.
What happens if I enter AFDBCMC1XXX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check AFDBCMC1XXX with the recipient before sending.
Does African Development Bank use only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, AFDBCMC1XXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code listed for African Development Bank in Cameroon, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
How long does it take to send money to African Development Bank in Cameroon?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 1–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. 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.