SWIFT/BIC code CBCDCMCXGRA
CBCDCMCXGRA belongs to Commercial Bank of Cameroon in Garoua, Cameroon.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CBCDCMCXGRA |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CBCDCMCX |
| Branch code | GRA |
| Bank | Commercial Bank of Cameroon |
| Branch | North |
| City | Garoua |
| Country | Cameroon |
How the Commercial Bank of Cameroon SWIFT/BIC works
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.
- GRA 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 SWIFT/BIC code CBCDCMCXGRA?
The code CBCDCMCXGRA belongs to North, part of Commercial Bank of Cameroon in Garoua, Cameroon. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Does Commercial Bank of Cameroon have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 8 SWIFT/BIC codes for Commercial Bank of Cameroon in Cameroon. You can see them all on the bank page.
How long does it take to send money to Commercial Bank of Cameroon?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
Can I use CBCDCMCX instead of CBCDCMCXGRA?
CBCDCMCX points to the head office of Commercial Bank of Cameroon, while CBCDCMCXGRA points to North. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention CBCDCMCXGRA.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Commercial Bank of Cameroon?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code CBCDCMCXGRA, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Cameroon is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
What does each part of CBCDCMCXGRA stand for?
CBCD is the institution code of Commercial Bank of Cameroon, CM is the ISO code of Cameroon, CX is the code for the city or region and GRA identifies the department North.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.