Ecobank is pan-African bank with the widest geographic footprint on the continent — 33 African countries — providing trade finance and international SWIFT payments across sub-Saharan Africa.
When sending a SWIFT international wire to Ecobank Transnational, include the BIC ECOCGHAC in the "SWIFT/BIC code" or "Bank identifier code" field of your sending bank's wire transfer form.
The 8-character BIC ECOCGHAC identifies Ecobank Transnational's head office. If you are sending to a specific branch, the bank may provide an 11-character BIC with a 3-character branch suffix (e.g. ECOCGHACXXX).
Once your bank sends the wire, your payment gets a 36-character UETR tracking code. Paste it into Ohmyfin's free tracker to see the live SWIFT GPI status — no bank login needed.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the SWIFT code for Ecobank Transnational?
The SWIFT/BIC code for Ecobank Transnational is ECOCGHAC. This 8-character code is used to route international wire transfers to Ecobank Transnational on the SWIFT network.
Is ECOCGHAC the correct SWIFT code to use?
Yes, ECOCGHAC is the primary SWIFT/BIC code for Ecobank Transnational. Always confirm the exact BIC (especially branch suffix) with your recipient or Ecobank Transnational's official website before sending a large wire.
How do I track a payment from Ecobank Transnational?
Ask the sender (or your bank) for the 36-character UETR tracking code from the MT103 payment confirmation (field 121). Then paste it into Ohmyfin's free SWIFT tracker for the live payment status — no login needed.
What currencies does Ecobank Transnational accept for international wires?
Ecobank Transnational handles the following major currencies: USD, EUR, GBP, XOF, XAF, GHS, NGN, KES. Always confirm accepted currencies directly with the bank for your specific corridor.
Track a Payment from Ecobank Transnational — Free
Paste the 36-character UETR from your Ecobank Transnational wire confirmation and see the live SWIFT status in seconds. No bank login, no signup, no charge.