SWIFT/BIC code ECOCSLFRXXX
ECOCSLFRXXX belongs to Ecobank Sierra Leone Limited in Freetown, Sierra Leone.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ECOCSLFRXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ECOCSLFR |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Ecobank Sierra Leone Limited |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Freetown |
| Country | Sierra Leone |
The way the Ecobank Sierra Leone Limited 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.
- SL Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- FR 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 SWIFT code ECOCSLFRXXX?
ECOCSLFRXXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the headquarters of Ecobank Sierra Leone Limited in Freetown, Sierra Leone. Use it when a payment to Ecobank Sierra Leone Limited does not need a specific branch.
Does Ecobank Sierra Leone Limited have a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – ECOCSLFRXXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code listed for Ecobank Sierra Leone Limited in Sierra Leone, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
Is ECOCSLFR and ECOCSLFRXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. ECOCSLFR is the short version of ECOCSLFRXXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so both will reach Ecobank Sierra Leone Limited in Freetown.
What happens if I enter ECOCSLFRXXX incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check ECOCSLFRXXX against the details from Ecobank Sierra Leone Limited before sending.
How long does a transfer to Ecobank Sierra Leone Limited take in Sierra Leone?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often faster than a bank.
What is the best way to send money to Ecobank Sierra Leone Limited?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Sierra Leone with transfer services before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.