SWIFT/BIC code BCAOMLBASIK
BCAOMLBASIK belongs to Banque Centrale des Etats de L'afrique de L'ouest in Sikasso, Mali.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BCAOMLBASIK |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BCAOMLBA |
| Branch code | SIK |
| Bank | Banque Centrale des Etats de L'afrique de L'ouest |
| Branch | Sikasso Branch |
| City | Sikasso |
| Country | Mali |
The way the Banque Centrale des Etats de L'afrique de L'ouest SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BCAO Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- ML Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- BA Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- SIK 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 is behind SWIFT/BIC code BCAOMLBASIK?
The code BCAOMLBASIK belongs to Sikasso Branch, a unit of Banque Centrale des Etats de L'afrique de L'ouest in Sikasso, Mali. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I use BCAOMLBASIK with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check BCAOMLBASIK against the details from Banque Centrale des Etats de L'afrique de L'ouest before sending.
How long does it take to send money to Banque Centrale des Etats de L'afrique de L'ouest in Mali?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 1–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
Can I use BCAOMLBA instead of BCAOMLBASIK?
BCAOMLBA points to the head office of Banque Centrale des Etats de L'afrique de L'ouest, while BCAOMLBASIK points to Sikasso Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BCAOMLBASIK.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Banque Centrale des Etats de L'afrique de L'ouest?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code BCAOMLBASIK, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Mali is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
What is the best way to send money to Banque Centrale des Etats de L'afrique de L'ouest?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Mali with transfer services before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.