SWIFT/BIC code AZAMZMLUXXX
AZAMZMLUXXX belongs to Access Bank Zambia Limited in Lusaka, Zambia.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | AZAMZMLUXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | AZAMZMLU |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Access Bank Zambia Limited |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Lusaka |
| Country | Zambia |
How the Access Bank Zambia Limited SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- AZAM Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- ZM Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- LU Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- XXX Branch code
- 3 characters for a specific branch. XXX means the head office.
Check before you send
- Ask the recipient which bank and branch the account is held at.
- Use the head office code (XXX) when no branch is specified.
- Make sure the country in the code matches the country of the account.
Frequently asked questions
Which institution is behind SWIFT/BIC code AZAMZMLUXXX?
The code AZAMZMLUXXX belongs to the main office of Access Bank Zambia Limited in Lusaka, Zambia. Use it when a payment to Access Bank Zambia Limited does not need a specific branch.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Access Bank Zambia Limited?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code AZAMZMLUXXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Zambia uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
What does each part of AZAMZMLUXXX mean?
AZAM is the bank code of Access Bank Zambia Limited, ZM is the ISO code of Zambia, LU is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the head office.
How long does a transfer to Access Bank Zambia Limited take in Zambia?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
What happens if I enter AZAMZMLUXXX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check AZAMZMLUXXX against the details from Access Bank Zambia Limited before you confirm.
Are AZAMZMLU and AZAMZMLUXXX the same code?
Yes, they are. AZAMZMLU is the 8-character version of AZAMZMLUXXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so either version will reach Access Bank Zambia Limited in Lusaka.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.