Question 1

What is the SWIFT code for Ecobank Burundi?

Accepted Answer

The SWIFT/BIC code for Ecobank Burundi is ECOCBIBI. This 11-character code identifies the bank in international wire transfers and is registered with SWIFT (Society for Worldwide Interbank Financial Telecommunication).

Question 2

How do I send an international wire transfer to Ecobank Burundi?

Accepted Answer

To send money internationally to Ecobank Burundi, provide your bank with the SWIFT/BIC code ECOCBIBI (Bujumbura, Burundi) along with the recipient's full IBAN. Your bank will route the transfer via the SWIFT network.

Question 3

Is Ecobank Burundi a SEPA member?

Accepted Answer

No, Ecobank Burundi is not a SEPA member. All international transfers to this bank must be sent as SWIFT wire transfers using BIC code ECOCBIBI.

Question 4

What does the BIC code ECOCBIBI mean?

Accepted Answer

In the BIC code ECOCBIBI: "ECOC" is the institution code identifying Ecobank Burundi, "BI" is the ISO 3166-1 country code for Burundi, and "BI" is the location code indicating the bank's city or timezone zone. The final three characters "XXX" identify a specific branch.

ECOCBIBI

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