SWIFT/BIC code APIESLFRXXX
APIESLFRXXX belongs to Apex Bank Sierra Leone Limited in Freetown, Sierra Leone.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | APIESLFRXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | APIESLFR |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Apex Bank Sierra Leone Limited |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Freetown |
| Country | Sierra Leone |
The way the Apex Bank Sierra Leone Limited SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- APIE Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- SL Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- FR 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 APIESLFRXXX?
APIESLFRXXX identifies the head office of Apex Bank Sierra Leone Limited in Freetown, Sierra Leone. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Apex Bank Sierra Leone Limited.
What happens if I enter APIESLFRXXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check APIESLFRXXX against the details from Apex Bank Sierra Leone Limited before you confirm.
How long does it take to send money to Apex Bank Sierra Leone Limited in Sierra Leone?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
What do the letters in APIESLFRXXX mean?
APIE is the bank code of Apex Bank Sierra Leone Limited, SL stands for Sierra Leone, FR is the location code and XXX means the main office.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Apex Bank Sierra Leone Limited?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code APIESLFRXXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Sierra Leone uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
Does Apex Bank Sierra Leone Limited have a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – APIESLFRXXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code we have for Apex Bank Sierra Leone Limited in Sierra Leone, so there is no branch code to choose.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.