SWIFT/BIC code MBBSBIB1XXX
MBBSBIB1XXX belongs to Meridien Biao Bank Burundi Sarl in Bujumbura, Burundi.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MBBSBIB1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MBBSBIB1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Meridien Biao Bank Burundi Sarl |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Bujumbura |
| Country | Burundi |
How the Meridien Biao Bank Burundi Sarl SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- MBBS Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- BI Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- B1 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 MBBSBIB1XXX?
The code MBBSBIB1XXX belongs to the headquarters of Meridien Biao Bank Burundi Sarl in Bujumbura, Burundi. It is the code to use when a payment to Meridien Biao Bank Burundi Sarl does not need a specific branch.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Meridien Biao Bank Burundi Sarl in Burundi?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Burundi with transfer services before you send.
Does Meridien Biao Bank Burundi Sarl use a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – MBBSBIB1XXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code we have for Meridien Biao Bank Burundi Sarl in Burundi, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
What happens if I use MBBSBIB1XXX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check MBBSBIB1XXX with the recipient before sending.
Is MBBSBIB1 and MBBSBIB1XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. MBBSBIB1 is the 8-character version of MBBSBIB1XXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so both will reach Meridien Biao Bank Burundi Sarl in Bujumbura.
What do the letters in MBBSBIB1XXX stand for?
MBBS is the bank code of Meridien Biao Bank Burundi Sarl, BI is the ISO code of Burundi, B1 is the location code and XXX means the head office.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.