SWIFT/BIC code BDUGBFBFXXX
BDUGBFBFXXX belongs to Banque de L'union Burkina Faso in Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BDUGBFBFXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BDUGBFBF |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Banque de L'union Burkina Faso |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Ouagadougou |
| Country | Burkina Faso |
How the Banque de L'union Burkina Faso SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BDUG 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 uses SWIFT code BDUGBFBFXXX?
The code BDUGBFBFXXX belongs to the main office of Banque de L'union Burkina Faso in Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Banque de L'union Burkina Faso.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Banque de L'union Burkina Faso?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code BDUGBFBFXXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Burkina Faso is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
What do the letters in BDUGBFBFXXX mean?
BDUG is the institution code of Banque de L'union Burkina Faso, BF is the ISO code of Burkina Faso, BF is the location code and XXX means the main office.
Is BDUGBFBF and BDUGBFBFXXX the same code?
Yes, they are. BDUGBFBF is the short version of BDUGBFBFXXX. XXX simply means head office, so either version routes your payment to Banque de L'union Burkina Faso in Ouagadougou.
How long does a transfer to Banque de L'union Burkina Faso take in Burkina Faso?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 1–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often faster than a bank.
What is the best way to send money to Banque de L'union Burkina Faso in 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 – the difference can be large.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.