SWIFT/BIC code BCAOSNDAKAO
BCAOSNDAKAO belongs to Banque Centrale des Etats de L'afrique de L'ouest in Kaolack, Senegal.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BCAOSNDAKAO |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BCAOSNDA |
| Branch code | KAO |
| Bank | Banque Centrale des Etats de L'afrique de L'ouest |
| Branch | Kaolack Branch |
| City | Kaolack |
| Country | Senegal |
The way the Banque Centrale des Etats de L'afrique de L'ouest SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BCAO Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- SN Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- DA Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- KAO 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 code BCAOSNDAKAO?
BCAOSNDAKAO identifies Kaolack Branch, a branch or department of Banque Centrale des Etats de L'afrique de L'ouest in Kaolack, Senegal. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What is the best way to send money to Banque Centrale des Etats de L'afrique de L'ouest?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Senegal with specialist providers before you send.
Does Banque Centrale des Etats de L'afrique de L'ouest have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 4 SWIFT/BIC codes for Banque Centrale des Etats de L'afrique de L'ouest in Senegal, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of Banque Centrale des Etats de L'afrique de L'ouest.
What happens if I use BCAOSNDAKAO with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check BCAOSNDAKAO 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?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often faster than a bank.
Can I use BCAOSNDA instead of BCAOSNDAKAO?
BCAOSNDA points to the main office of Banque Centrale des Etats de L'afrique de L'ouest, while BCAOSNDAKAO is Kaolack Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use BCAOSNDAKAO if the recipient asks for it.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.