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BCB began as one of the seats of the Banque du Congo Belge, founded in 1909 by Belgium's "Banque d'Outre-mer". From 1911 to 1952 it held the privilege of being the "Institut d'Emission" (the note-issuing authority). In 1922 a branch opened in Usumbura — now Bujumbura — the Lake Tanganyika port and the region's commercial centre. In 1964, following Burundi's independence and changes to banking regulation, the branch became the Banque de Crédit de Bujumbura, BCB's name today. In July 2008 BCB signed a partnership with the Bank Of Africa Group, and since 2010 Bank Of Africa has been majority-held by BMCE Bank Of Africa, part of the BMCE Bank Group.

BCB is a Société Mixte (S.M) — a mixed public-private company.

BCB's share capital is BIF 30,033,465,000.

Our reason for being is simple: "BCB, the reliable companion to move forward."

Four values guide us. Solidity: the means and experience to face difficult situations. Client listening: understanding and responding to what our clients need. Innovation: improved, differentiated and high-technology products. Candour: clear, frank communication and decisive action.

Our mission is to provide financial services both at home and internationally; to offer a full range of financial services for individuals, businesses, investors and the public sector; and to be an adviser and partner to our clients, bringing experience, flexibility, solidity and innovation.