SWIFT/BIC code BEACCMCX120
BEACCMCX120 belongs to Banque des Etats D'afrique Centrale in Garoua, Cameroon.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BEACCMCX120 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BEACCMCX |
| Branch code | 120 |
| Bank | Banque des Etats D'afrique Centrale |
| Branch | — |
| City | Garoua |
| Country | Cameroon |
The way the Banque des Etats D'afrique Centrale SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BEAC Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- CM Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- CX Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- 120 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 BEACCMCX120?
BEACCMCX120 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Banque des Etats D'afrique Centrale, part of Banque des Etats D'afrique Centrale in Garoua, Cameroon. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use BEACCMCX instead of BEACCMCX120?
BEACCMCX points to the head office of Banque des Etats D'afrique Centrale, while BEACCMCX120 is Banque des Etats D'afrique Centrale. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BEACCMCX120.
How long does a transfer to Banque des Etats D'afrique Centrale take in Cameroon?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
Has Banque des Etats D'afrique Centrale got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 10 SWIFT/BIC codes for Banque des Etats D'afrique Centrale in Cameroon, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of Banque des Etats D'afrique Centrale.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Banque des Etats D'afrique Centrale?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code BEACCMCX120, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Cameroon is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Banque des Etats D'afrique Centrale in Cameroon?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Cameroon 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.