SWIFT/BIC code CIEHNGL1XXX

CIEHNGL1XXX belongs to City Express Bank Limited in Lagos, Nigeria.

CIEHNGL1XXX

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeCIEHNGL1XXX
8-character codeCIEHNGL1
Branch codeXXX
BankCity Express Bank Limited
BranchHead office
CityLagos
CountryNigeria

The way the City Express Bank Limited SWIFT/BIC is structured

A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:

CIEH Bank code
4 letters that identify the bank.
NG Country code
2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
L1 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 institution uses SWIFT code CIEHNGL1XXX?

CIEHNGL1XXX identifies the head office of City Express Bank Limited in Lagos, Nigeria. It is the code to use when a payment to City Express Bank Limited does not need a specific branch.

Is CIEHNGL1 and CIEHNGL1XXX the same SWIFT code?

Yes, they are. CIEHNGL1 is the 8-character version of CIEHNGL1XXX. XXX simply means head office, so either version routes your payment to City Express Bank Limited in Lagos.

How long does a transfer to City Express Bank Limited take in Nigeria?

An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 1–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often quicker than a bank.

What does each part of CIEHNGL1XXX mean?

CIEH is the bank code of City Express Bank Limited, NG is the ISO code of Nigeria, L1 is the location code and XXX marks the head office.

What do I need for a transfer to an account at City Express Bank Limited?

You need the SWIFT/BIC code CIEHNGL1XXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Nigeria is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.

What happens if I enter CIEHNGL1XXX incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check CIEHNGL1XXX with the recipient before you confirm.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.