SWIFT/BIC code ECOCBJBJXXX
ECOCBJBJXXX belongs to Ecobank Benin in Cotonou, Benin.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ECOCBJBJXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ECOCBJBJ |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Ecobank Benin |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Cotonou |
| Country | Benin |
The way the Ecobank Benin SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- ECOC 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 institution is behind BIC ECOCBJBJXXX?
ECOCBJBJXXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the head office of Ecobank Benin in Cotonou, Benin. Use it when you send money to an account at Ecobank Benin.
What happens if I enter ECOCBJBJXXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check ECOCBJBJXXX against the details from Ecobank Benin before sending.
What do the letters in ECOCBJBJXXX mean?
ECOC is the bank code of Ecobank Benin, BJ is the ISO code of Benin, BJ is the location code and XXX marks the main office.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Ecobank Benin?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code ECOCBJBJXXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Benin is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
How long does a transfer to Ecobank Benin take?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 2–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
Is ECOCBJBJ and ECOCBJBJXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. ECOCBJBJ is the short version of ECOCBJBJXXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so both will reach Ecobank Benin in Cotonou.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.