SWIFT/BIC code BESCCGCGXXX
BESCCGCGXXX belongs to Banque Espirito Santo Congo in Brazzaville, Congo - Brazzaville.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BESCCGCGXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BESCCGCG |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Banque Espirito Santo Congo |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Brazzaville |
| Country | Congo - Brazzaville |
The way the Banque Espirito Santo Congo SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BESC Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- CG Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- CG 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 BIC BESCCGCGXXX?
BESCCGCGXXX identifies the main office of Banque Espirito Santo Congo in Brazzaville, Congo - Brazzaville. Use it when a payment to Banque Espirito Santo Congo does not need a specific branch.
How long does a transfer to Banque Espirito Santo Congo take?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 2–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often faster than a bank.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Banque Espirito Santo Congo?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code BESCCGCGXXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Congo - Brazzaville is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
What does each part of BESCCGCGXXX mean?
BESC is the institution code of Banque Espirito Santo Congo, CG stands for Congo - Brazzaville, CG is the location code and XXX marks the head office.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Banque Espirito Santo Congo in Congo - Brazzaville?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Congo - Brazzaville with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
What happens if I enter BESCCGCGXXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check BESCCGCGXXX with the recipient before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.