Back to SWIFT Lookup
🇧🇯

SWIFT/BIC Codes in Benin

14 codes · 11 banks · USD

What is a SWIFT/BIC code in Benin?

A SWIFT/BIC code is a bank's ID for international transfers. It has 8 or 11 characters. The 5th and 6th characters show the country. For Benin that is BJ. The last 3 characters, when there are 11, point to a branch.

Sources: ISO

BANK OF AFRICA - BENIN
SWIFT/BICCityBranch
AFRIBJBJCOTONOU—
  • AFRIBJBJCOTONOU
BANQUE ATLANTIQUE DU BENIN
SWIFT/BICCityBranch
ATBJBJBJCOTONOU—
  • ATBJBJBJCOTONOU
BANQUE CENTRALE DES ETATS DE L'AFRIQUE DE L'OUEST
SWIFT/BICCityBranch
BCAOBJBJCOTONOU—
BCAOBJBJPARPARAKOUPARAKOU BRANCH
  • BCAOBJBJCOTONOU
  • BCAOBJBJPARPARAKOU · PARAKOU BRANCH
BANQUE INTERNATIONALE POUR L'INDUSTRIE ET LE COMMERCE BENIN
SWIFT/BICCityBranch
BIICBJBJCOTONOU—
AFICBJBJCOTONOU—
  • BIICBJBJCOTONOU
  • AFICBJBJCOTONOU
BANQUE SAHELO-SAHARIENNE POUR L'INVESTISSEMENT ET LE COMMERCE (BENIN) S.A.
SWIFT/BICCityBranch
BSAHBJBJCOTONOU—
  • BSAHBJBJCOTONOU
BGFIBANK BENIN
SWIFT/BICCityBranch
BGFIBJBJCOTONOU—
  • BGFIBJBJCOTONOU
CBAO GROUP ATTIJARIWAFABANK
SWIFT/BICCityBranch
CBAOBJBJCOTONOU—
  • CBAOBJBJCOTONOU
CCEI BANK BENIN
SWIFT/BICCityBranch
CCEIBJBJCOTONOU—
  • CCEIBJBJCOTONOU
CORIS BANK INTERNATIONAL BENIN
SWIFT/BICCityBranch
CORIBJBJCOTONOU—
  • CORIBJBJCOTONOU
ECOBANK BENIN
SWIFT/BICCityBranch
ECOCBJBJCOTONOU—
  • ECOCBJBJCOTONOU
NSIA BANQUE BENIN SA
SWIFT/BICCityBranch
DBLNBJBJSENCOTONOUSUCCURSALE SENEGAL
DBLNBJBJTGOCOTONOUSUCCURSALE TOGO
  • DBLNBJBJSENCOTONOU · SUCCURSALE SENEGAL
  • DBLNBJBJTGOCOTONOU · SUCCURSALE TOGO

How SWIFT works in Benin

Banks in Benin use SWIFT/BIC codes to receive international wires and cross-border payments. The country code in every Benin BIC is BJ (positions 5–6 of the code). When sending money into Benin, always match both the SWIFT code and the recipient's bank branch/city to avoid routing errors.

Common questions about SWIFT/BIC codes in Benin

How do I find my bank's SWIFT code in Benin?

Search for your bank in the list on this page. You can also check your online banking, a bank statement, or ask your bank. Always confirm the code with the bank before you send money.

Is the SWIFT code the same for all branches?

Not always. An 8-character code names the bank. An 11-character code adds a branch or unit. Some banks accept the 8-character code for every branch and some need the exact branch code, so ask the bank you are paying.

Does Benin use IBAN?

No. Benin is not on our list of IBAN countries. To pay a bank there, use the bank's SWIFT/BIC code and the account number of the person you are paying.

How do I check that a SWIFT code is right?

Search the code or the bank name on this page and compare the bank name, city and branch. Then confirm it with the bank you are paying. A code that looks right does not prove the account exists.

Is a SWIFT code the same as my account number?

No. A SWIFT/BIC code names the bank, not you. To receive money you also need your account number, or your IBAN if your country uses one.