SWIFT/BIC code ORBKMLBAXXX
ORBKMLBAXXX belongs to Orabank Mali in Bamako, Mali.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ORBKMLBAXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ORBKMLBA |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Orabank Mali |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Bamako |
| Country | Mali |
How the Orabank Mali SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- ORBK 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
Which bank is behind SWIFT/BIC code ORBKMLBAXXX?
ORBKMLBAXXX identifies the head office of Orabank Mali in Bamako, Mali. Use it when a payment to Orabank Mali does not need a specific branch.
What happens if I use ORBKMLBAXXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check ORBKMLBAXXX with the recipient before sending.
What does each part of ORBKMLBAXXX mean?
ORBK is the institution code of Orabank Mali, ML is the ISO code of Mali, BA is the code for the city or region and XXX means the main office.
Are ORBKMLBA and ORBKMLBAXXX the same code?
Yes. ORBKMLBA is the 8-character version of ORBKMLBAXXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so both will reach Orabank Mali in Bamako.
Does Orabank Mali have a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, ORBKMLBAXXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code listed for Orabank Mali in Mali, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Orabank Mali?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code ORBKMLBAXXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Mali uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.