SWIFT/BIC code SLCBSLFRXXX
SLCBSLFRXXX belongs to Sierra Leone Commercial Bank LTD in Freetown, Sierra Leone.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SLCBSLFRXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SLCBSLFR |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Sierra Leone Commercial Bank LTD |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Freetown |
| Country | Sierra Leone |
How the Sierra Leone Commercial Bank LTD SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- SLCB 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
What bank is behind BIC SLCBSLFRXXX?
SLCBSLFRXXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the main office of Sierra Leone Commercial Bank LTD in Freetown, Sierra Leone. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Sierra Leone Commercial Bank LTD.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Sierra Leone Commercial Bank LTD in Sierra Leone?
Banks often 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 – the difference can be large.
How long does it take to send money to Sierra Leone Commercial Bank LTD in Sierra Leone?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
Are SLCBSLFR and SLCBSLFRXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. SLCBSLFR is the 8-character version of SLCBSLFRXXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so both will reach Sierra Leone Commercial Bank LTD in Freetown.
What do the letters in SLCBSLFRXXX stand for?
SLCB is the institution code of Sierra Leone Commercial Bank LTD, SL is the ISO code of Sierra Leone, FR is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the head office.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Sierra Leone Commercial Bank LTD?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code SLCBSLFRXXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Sierra Leone 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.