82 BDCs fully licensed under revised guidelines, says CBN
Omeiza Bilal
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), in exercise of its powers conferred under the Bank and Other Financial Institutions Act (BOFIA) 2020, and the Regulatory and Supervisory
Guidelines for Bureaux De Change Operations in Nigeria 2024 (the Guidelines), has granted Final Licenses to 82 Bureaux De Change (BDCs) to operate with effect from November 27, 2025.
According to a statement signed by Ag. Director, Corporate Communications, Hakama Sidi Ali (Mrs), only Bureaux De Change listed on the Bank’s website are authorised to
operate from the effective date.
“While the CBN will continue to update the list of Bureaux De Change with valid operating licences for public verification on our website (www.cbn.gov.ng), the Bank advises the general public to avoid dealing with unlicensed Foreign Exchange Operators.
“For the avoidance of doubt, operating a Bureau De Change business without a valid licence is a punishable offence under Section 57(1) of the Banks and Other Financial Institutions Act (BOFIA) 2020.
“Members of the public are hereby advised to note and be guided accordingly,” the Director said.
