AFFSSTST — AFRILAND FIRST BANK STP
AFFSSTST is the SWIFT/BIC code for AFRILAND FIRST BANK STP in SAO TOME, São Tomé and Príncipe — an 8-character head-office code under ISO 9362.
AFFSSTST is the SWIFT/BIC code for AFRILAND FIRST BANK STP in SAO TOME, São Tomé and Príncipe. It is an 8-character head-office identifier under the ISO 9362 standard.
BIC breakdown (ISO 9362)
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Institution | AFRILAND FIRST BANK STP |
| Country | São Tomé and Príncipe (ST) |
| Location Code | ST |
| Branch | None |
| Type | 8-character head-office code (BIC8) |
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Frequently asked questions
What bank does the SWIFT code AFFSSTST belong to?
The SWIFT code AFFSSTST identifies AFRILAND FIRST BANK STP in SAO TOME, São Tomé and Príncipe. This head office code is used for cross-border payments and SWIFT network routing.
What do the parts of the SWIFT code AFFSSTST mean?
The 8 or 11 characters of AFFSSTST are parsed as follows: characters 1-4 (AFFS) represent the bank code for AFRILAND FIRST BANK STP; characters 5-6 (ST) indicate the country code for São Tomé and Príncipe; characters 7-8 (ST) specify the location code; and the final characters (—) designate the specific branch.
Is the BIC code AFFSSTST active on the SWIFT network?
Yes, the Business Identifier Code (BIC) AFFSSTST is registered under ISO 9362 and is active for routing interbank messages. Location characters 'ST' designate it as a primary active participant.
Can I use the head office code AFFSSTST instead of AFFSSTST?
Yes. The 8-character code AFFSSTST represents the primary headquarters of AFRILAND FIRST BANK STP. The 11-character code AFFSSTST targets the head office directly. If the branch code is unknown, sending payments to AFFSSTST (or AFFSSTSTXXX) will route them to the main head office.
What is the physical address of the bank registered to AFFSSTST?
The physical address registered for AFFSSTST is: AVENIDA KWAME N'KRUMAH, SAO TOME, São Tomé and Príncipe. Verify this address matches your recipient's branch details before initiating a transaction.
Sources & References
- 🌐 ISO 9362: The official standard defining the Business Identifier Code (BIC) format guidelines.
- 🏢 SWIFT Registration Authority: The organization designated by ISO to register and publish BICs (swift.com).