SWIFT/BIC code BSLESLFRXXX
BSLESLFRXXX belongs to Bank of Sierra Leone in Freetown, Sierra Leone.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BSLESLFRXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BSLESLFR |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Bank of Sierra Leone |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Freetown |
| Country | Sierra Leone |
How the Bank of Sierra Leone SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BSLE Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- SL Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- FR 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code BSLESLFRXXX?
BSLESLFRXXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the headquarters of Bank of Sierra Leone in Freetown, Sierra Leone. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Bank of Sierra Leone.
What do I need to send money to an account at Bank of Sierra Leone?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code BSLESLFRXXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Sierra Leone is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
Has Bank of Sierra Leone got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 2 SWIFT/BIC codes for Bank of Sierra Leone in Sierra Leone. All of them are listed on the page of Bank of Sierra Leone.
What does each part of BSLESLFRXXX stand for?
BSLE is the bank code of Bank of Sierra Leone, SL is the ISO code of Sierra Leone, FR is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the main office.
What is the best way to send money to Bank of Sierra Leone in Sierra Leone?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Sierra Leone with transfer services before you send.
How long does it take to send money to Bank of Sierra Leone in Sierra Leone?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 1–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.