SWIFT/BIC code BNCFBFBFXXX
BNCFBFBFXXX belongs to Banque Commerciale du Burkina in Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BNCFBFBFXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BNCFBFBF |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Banque Commerciale du Burkina |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Ouagadougou |
| Country | Burkina Faso |
How the Banque Commerciale du Burkina SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BNCF 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
What bank is behind BIC BNCFBFBFXXX?
The code BNCFBFBFXXX belongs to the headquarters of Banque Commerciale du Burkina in Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Banque Commerciale du Burkina.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Banque Commerciale du Burkina?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Burkina Faso with transfer services before you send.
Are BNCFBFBF and BNCFBFBFXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. BNCFBFBF is the 8-character version of BNCFBFBFXXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so either version routes your payment to Banque Commerciale du Burkina in Ouagadougou.
What happens if I enter BNCFBFBFXXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check BNCFBFBFXXX against the details from Banque Commerciale du Burkina before you confirm.
Does Banque Commerciale du Burkina use a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – BNCFBFBFXXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code listed for Banque Commerciale du Burkina in Burkina Faso, so there is no branch code to choose.
How long does a transfer to Banque Commerciale du Burkina take in Burkina Faso?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.