SWIFT/BIC code COBBBJBJXXX
COBBBJBJXXX belongs to United Bank For Africa Benin in Cotonou, Benin.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | COBBBJBJXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | COBBBJBJ |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | United Bank For Africa Benin |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Cotonou |
| Country | Benin |
How the United Bank For Africa Benin SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- COBB Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- BJ Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- BJ 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 BIC COBBBJBJXXX?
The code COBBBJBJXXX belongs to the headquarters of United Bank For Africa Benin in Cotonou, Benin. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at United Bank For Africa Benin.
What happens if I enter COBBBJBJXXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check COBBBJBJXXX against the details from United Bank For Africa Benin before you confirm.
What is the best way to send money to United Bank For Africa Benin in Benin?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Benin with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Are COBBBJBJ and COBBBJBJXXX the same code?
Yes. COBBBJBJ is the short version of COBBBJBJXXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so either version routes your payment to United Bank For Africa Benin in Cotonou.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at United Bank For Africa Benin?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code COBBBJBJXXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Benin uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
What does each part of COBBBJBJXXX mean?
COBB is the bank code of United Bank For Africa Benin, BJ stands for Benin, BJ is the location code and XXX marks the head office.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.