SWIFT/BIC code SIVBCIABXXX
SIVBCIABXXX belongs to Societe Ivoirienne de Banque in Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SIVBCIABXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SIVBCIAB |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Societe Ivoirienne de Banque |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Abidjan |
| Country | Côte d’Ivoire |
How the Societe Ivoirienne de Banque SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- SIVB Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- CI Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- AB 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
What bank is behind BIC SIVBCIABXXX?
The code SIVBCIABXXX belongs to the head office of Societe Ivoirienne de Banque in Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire. Use it when you send money to an account at Societe Ivoirienne de Banque.
What happens if I enter SIVBCIABXXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check SIVBCIABXXX with the recipient before sending.
How long does it take to send money to Societe Ivoirienne de Banque?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 1–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
What does each part of SIVBCIABXXX stand for?
SIVB is the bank code of Societe Ivoirienne de Banque, CI stands for Côte d’Ivoire, AB is the code for the city or region and XXX means the main office.
What do I need to send money to an account at Societe Ivoirienne de Banque?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code SIVBCIABXXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Côte d’Ivoire uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
Does Societe Ivoirienne de Banque use only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, SIVBCIABXXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code listed for Societe Ivoirienne de Banque in Côte d’Ivoire, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.