SWIFT/BIC code CBETETAADIR
CBETETAADIR belongs to Commercial Bank of Ethiopia in Addis Abeba, Ethiopia.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CBETETAADIR |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CBETETAA |
| Branch code | DIR |
| Bank | Commercial Bank of Ethiopia |
| Branch | Dire Dawa Main Branch |
| City | Addis Abeba |
| Country | Ethiopia |
How the Commercial Bank of Ethiopia SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- CBET Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- ET Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- AA Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- DIR 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 branch is behind BIC CBETETAADIR?
CBETETAADIR is the SWIFT/BIC code of Dire Dawa Main Branch, part of Commercial Bank of Ethiopia in Addis Abeba, Ethiopia. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What do the letters in CBETETAADIR mean?
CBET is the bank code of Commercial Bank of Ethiopia, ET stands for Ethiopia, AA is the location code and DIR is the code of the branch Dire Dawa Main Branch.
What happens if I use CBETETAADIR incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check CBETETAADIR with the recipient before sending.
What is the best way to send money to Commercial Bank of Ethiopia?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Ethiopia with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Has Commercial Bank of Ethiopia got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 9 SWIFT/BIC codes for Commercial Bank of Ethiopia in Ethiopia, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.
Can I use CBETETAA instead of CBETETAADIR?
CBETETAA points to the main office of Commercial Bank of Ethiopia, while CBETETAADIR points to Dire Dawa Main Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use CBETETAADIR if the recipient asks for it.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.