SWIFT/BIC code AFRINENIXXX
AFRINENIXXX belongs to Bank of Africa Niger in Niamey, Niger.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | AFRINENIXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | AFRINENI |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Bank of Africa Niger |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Niamey |
| Country | Niger |
The way the Bank of Africa Niger 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.
- NE Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- NI 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 AFRINENIXXX?
AFRINENIXXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the head office of Bank of Africa Niger in Niamey, Niger. It is the code to use when a payment to Bank of Africa Niger does not need a specific branch.
What happens if I enter AFRINENIXXX incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check AFRINENIXXX with the recipient before sending.
Does Bank of Africa Niger use a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, AFRINENIXXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code listed for Bank of Africa Niger in Niger, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
Are AFRINENI and AFRINENIXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. AFRINENI is the 8-character version of AFRINENIXXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so both routes your payment to Bank of Africa Niger in Niamey.
What is the best way to send money to Bank of Africa Niger?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Niger with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
How long does a transfer to Bank of Africa Niger take?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 2–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.