SWIFT/BIC code ATBFBFBFXXX
ATBFBFBFXXX belongs to Banque Atlantique Burkina Faso in Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ATBFBFBFXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ATBFBFBF |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Banque Atlantique Burkina Faso |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Ouagadougou |
| Country | Burkina Faso |
The way the Banque Atlantique Burkina Faso SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- ATBF Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- BF Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- BF 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 institution is behind SWIFT code ATBFBFBFXXX?
ATBFBFBFXXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the main office of Banque Atlantique Burkina Faso in Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso. Use it when you send money to an account at Banque Atlantique Burkina Faso.
What do I need to send money to an account at Banque Atlantique Burkina Faso?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code ATBFBFBFXXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Burkina Faso uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
What do the letters in ATBFBFBFXXX mean?
ATBF is the bank code of Banque Atlantique Burkina Faso, BF is the ISO code of Burkina Faso, BF is the location code and XXX marks the main office.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Banque Atlantique Burkina Faso?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Burkina Faso with specialist providers before you send.
How long does a transfer to Banque Atlantique Burkina Faso take?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 1–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
What happens if I use ATBFBFBFXXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check ATBFBFBFXXX against the details from Banque Atlantique Burkina Faso before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.