SWIFT/BIC code BQNMMRMRXXX
BQNMMRMRXXX belongs to Banque Nationale de Mauritanie in Nouakchott, Mauritania.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BQNMMRMRXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BQNMMRMR |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Banque Nationale de Mauritanie |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Nouakchott |
| Country | Mauritania |
The way the Banque Nationale de Mauritanie SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BQNM Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- MR Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- MR 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/BIC code BQNMMRMRXXX?
BQNMMRMRXXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the headquarters of Banque Nationale de Mauritanie in Nouakchott, Mauritania. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Banque Nationale de Mauritanie.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Banque Nationale de Mauritanie?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Mauritania with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Is BQNMMRMR and BQNMMRMRXXX the same code?
Yes, they are. BQNMMRMR is the short version of BQNMMRMRXXX. XXX simply means head office, so both will reach Banque Nationale de Mauritanie in Nouakchott.
Does Banque Nationale de Mauritanie have a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, BQNMMRMRXXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code we have for Banque Nationale de Mauritanie in Mauritania, so there is no branch code to choose.
How long does it take to send money to Banque Nationale de Mauritanie in Mauritania?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 2–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
What does each part of BQNMMRMRXXX mean?
BQNM is the institution code of Banque Nationale de Mauritanie, MR is the ISO code of Mauritania, MR is the code for the city or region and XXX means the head office.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.