SWIFT/BIC code CBCDCMCXAKW
CBCDCMCXAKW belongs to Commercial Bank of Cameroon in Douala, Cameroon.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CBCDCMCXAKW |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CBCDCMCX |
| Branch code | AKW |
| Bank | Commercial Bank of Cameroon |
| Branch | Littoral |
| City | Douala |
| Country | Cameroon |
The way the Commercial Bank of Cameroon SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- CBCD Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- CM Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- CX Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- AKW 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 SWIFT code CBCDCMCXAKW?
CBCDCMCXAKW is the SWIFT/BIC code of Littoral, part of Commercial Bank of Cameroon in Douala, Cameroon. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Commercial Bank of Cameroon in Cameroon?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Cameroon with specialist providers before you send.
What happens if I use CBCDCMCXAKW incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check CBCDCMCXAKW with the recipient before you confirm.
What do the letters in CBCDCMCXAKW mean?
CBCD is the institution code of Commercial Bank of Cameroon, CM is the ISO code of Cameroon, CX is the location code and AKW identifies the branch Littoral.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Commercial Bank of Cameroon?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code CBCDCMCXAKW, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Cameroon uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
Can I use CBCDCMCX instead of CBCDCMCXAKW?
CBCDCMCX points to the head office of Commercial Bank of Cameroon, while CBCDCMCXAKW is Littoral. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use CBCDCMCXAKW if the recipient asks for it.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.