SWIFT/BIC code BZITTNTTVGM
BZITTNTTVGM belongs to Banque Zitouna in Tunis, Tunisia.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BZITTNTTVGM |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BZITTNTT |
| Branch code | VGM |
| Bank | Banque Zitouna |
| Branch | Virements Gros Montants |
| City | Tunis |
| Country | Tunisia |
The way the Banque Zitouna SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BZIT Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- TN Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- TT Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- VGM 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 bank is behind SWIFT/BIC code BZITTNTTVGM?
BZITTNTTVGM identifies Virements Gros Montants, a unit of Banque Zitouna in Tunis, Tunisia. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Can I use BZITTNTT instead of BZITTNTTVGM?
BZITTNTT is the main office of Banque Zitouna, while BZITTNTTVGM is Virements Gros Montants. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BZITTNTTVGM.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Banque Zitouna in Tunisia?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Tunisia with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
What happens if I enter BZITTNTTVGM incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check BZITTNTTVGM with the recipient before sending.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Banque Zitouna?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code BZITTNTTVGM, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Tunisia uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
What do the letters in BZITTNTTVGM mean?
BZIT is the institution code of Banque Zitouna, TN stands for Tunisia, TT is the code for the city or region and VGM identifies the department Virements Gros Montants.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.