SWIFT/BIC code BRCICIA1XXX
BRCICIA1XXX belongs to Biao Investissement in Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BRCICIA1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BRCICIA1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Biao Investissement |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Abidjan |
| Country | Côte d’Ivoire |
How the Biao Investissement SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BRCI Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- CI Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- A1 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 bank is behind BIC BRCICIA1XXX?
BRCICIA1XXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the headquarters of Biao Investissement in Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire. Use it when a payment to Biao Investissement does not need a specific branch.
Are BRCICIA1 and BRCICIA1XXX the same code?
Yes, they are. BRCICIA1 is the short version of BRCICIA1XXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so either version will reach Biao Investissement in Abidjan.
How long does a transfer to Biao Investissement take in Côte d’Ivoire?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 1–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
What does each part of BRCICIA1XXX stand for?
BRCI is the bank code of Biao Investissement, CI stands for Côte d’Ivoire, A1 is the location code and XXX marks the main office.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Biao Investissement?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code BRCICIA1XXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Côte d’Ivoire uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
What is the best way to send money to Biao Investissement in Côte d’Ivoire?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Côte d’Ivoire 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.