SWIFT/BIC code ORBKNENIXXX
ORBKNENIXXX belongs to Orabank Niger in Niamey, Niger.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ORBKNENIXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ORBKNENI |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Orabank Niger |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Niamey |
| Country | Niger |
The way the Orabank Niger 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.
- NE Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- NI 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 uses SWIFT code ORBKNENIXXX?
ORBKNENIXXX identifies the headquarters of Orabank Niger in Niamey, Niger. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Orabank Niger.
What happens if I use ORBKNENIXXX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check ORBKNENIXXX with the recipient before sending.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Orabank Niger in Niger?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Niger with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Does Orabank Niger have only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, ORBKNENIXXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code we have for Orabank Niger in Niger, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
What do the letters in ORBKNENIXXX mean?
ORBK is the institution code of Orabank Niger, NE is the ISO code of Niger, NI is the location code and XXX marks the head office.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Orabank Niger?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code ORBKNENIXXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Niger is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.