SWIFT/BIC code CBAFTZTZXXX
CBAFTZTZXXX belongs to Commercial Bank of Africa (Tanzania) LTD in Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CBAFTZTZXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CBAFTZTZ |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Commercial Bank of Africa (Tanzania) LTD |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Dar Es Salaam |
| Country | Tanzania |
The way the Commercial Bank of Africa (Tanzania) LTD SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- CBAF Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- TZ Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- TZ 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 bank uses SWIFT code CBAFTZTZXXX?
The code CBAFTZTZXXX belongs to the main office of Commercial Bank of Africa (Tanzania) LTD in Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Commercial Bank of Africa (Tanzania) LTD.
How long does a transfer to Commercial Bank of Africa (Tanzania) LTD take in Tanzania?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
Does Commercial Bank of Africa (Tanzania) LTD use only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – CBAFTZTZXXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code we have for Commercial Bank of Africa (Tanzania) LTD in Tanzania, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Commercial Bank of Africa (Tanzania) LTD?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code CBAFTZTZXXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Tanzania uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
What does each part of CBAFTZTZXXX stand for?
CBAF is the institution code of Commercial Bank of Africa (Tanzania) LTD, TZ is the ISO code of Tanzania, TZ is the code for the city or region and XXX means the head office.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Commercial Bank of Africa (Tanzania) LTD in Tanzania?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Tanzania with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.