SWIFT/BIC code COLIMLBAXXX
COLIMLBAXXX belongs to Bci-Mali in Bamako, Mali.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | COLIMLBAXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | COLIMLBA |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Bci-Mali |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Bamako |
| Country | Mali |
How the Bci-Mali SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- COLI Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- ML Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- BA 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
What bank uses SWIFT/BIC code COLIMLBAXXX?
COLIMLBAXXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the main office of Bci-Mali in Bamako, Mali. Use it when you send money to an account at Bci-Mali.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Bci-Mali?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code COLIMLBAXXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Mali uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
Does Bci-Mali use only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, COLIMLBAXXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code we have for Bci-Mali in Mali, so there is no branch code to choose.
What do the letters in COLIMLBAXXX stand for?
COLI is the institution code of Bci-Mali, ML stands for Mali, BA is the code for the city or region and XXX means the main office.
How long does a transfer to Bci-Mali take in Mali?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
Are COLIMLBA and COLIMLBAXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. COLIMLBA is the 8-character version of COLIMLBAXXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so either version routes your payment to Bci-Mali in Bamako.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.