SWIFT/BIC code AFRIBJB1BWB
AFRIBJB1BWB belongs to Bank of Africa - Benin in Cotonou, Benin.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | AFRIBJB1BWB |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | AFRIBJB1 |
| Branch code | BWB |
| Bank | Bank of Africa - Benin |
| Branch | — |
| City | Cotonou |
| Country | Benin |
How the Bank of Africa - Benin SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- AFRI Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- BJ Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- B1 Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- BWB 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 SWIFT/BIC code AFRIBJB1BWB?
The code AFRIBJB1BWB belongs to Bank of Africa - Benin, part of Bank of Africa - Benin in Cotonou, Benin. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Bank of Africa - Benin?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Benin with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What happens if I enter AFRIBJB1BWB with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check AFRIBJB1BWB against the details from Bank of Africa - Benin before you confirm.
What do I need to send money to an account at Bank of Africa - Benin?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code AFRIBJB1BWB, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Benin uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
How long does a transfer to Bank of Africa - Benin take in Benin?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 1–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
What does each part of AFRIBJB1BWB stand for?
AFRI is the institution code of Bank of Africa - Benin, BJ stands for Benin, B1 is the location code and BWB is the code of the branch Bank of Africa - Benin.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.