SWIFT/BIC code ECOCGHACKSI
ECOCGHACKSI belongs to Ecobank Ghana in Kumasi, Ghana.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ECOCGHACKSI |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ECOCGHAC |
| Branch code | KSI |
| Bank | Ecobank Ghana |
| Branch | Kumasi Branch |
| City | Kumasi |
| Country | Ghana |
The way the Ecobank Ghana SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- ECOC Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- GH Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- AC Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- KSI 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 is behind SWIFT code ECOCGHACKSI?
The code ECOCGHACKSI belongs to Kumasi Branch, a branch or department of Ecobank Ghana in Kumasi, Ghana. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
How long does a transfer to Ecobank Ghana take in Ghana?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 2–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Ecobank Ghana?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code ECOCGHACKSI, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Ghana is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
What do the letters in ECOCGHACKSI stand for?
ECOC is the bank code of Ecobank Ghana, GH stands for Ghana, AC is the code for the city or region and KSI identifies the department Kumasi Branch.
What happens if I use ECOCGHACKSI with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check ECOCGHACKSI against the details from Ecobank Ghana before sending.
Can I use ECOCGHAC instead of ECOCGHACKSI?
ECOCGHAC points to the main office of Ecobank Ghana, while ECOCGHACKSI points to Kumasi Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention ECOCGHACKSI.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.