SWIFT/BIC code CCEICMCXGRA
CCEICMCXGRA belongs to Afriland First Bank in Garoua, Cameroon.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CCEICMCXGRA |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CCEICMCX |
| Branch code | GRA |
| Bank | Afriland First Bank |
| Branch | — |
| City | Garoua |
| Country | Cameroon |
The way the Afriland First Bank SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- CCEI 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
What bank uses SWIFT/BIC code CCEICMCXGRA?
The code CCEICMCXGRA belongs to Afriland First Bank, a unit of Afriland First Bank in Garoua, Cameroon. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What do the letters in CCEICMCXGRA stand for?
CCEI is the institution code of Afriland First Bank, CM stands for Cameroon, CX is the code for the city or region and GRA is the code of the department Afriland First Bank.
How long does a transfer to Afriland First Bank take?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 2–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often faster than a bank.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Afriland First Bank?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code CCEICMCXGRA, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Cameroon uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
What is the best way to send money to Afriland First Bank?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Cameroon with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What happens if I enter CCEICMCXGRA incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check CCEICMCXGRA against the details from Afriland First Bank before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.