SWIFT/BIC code CBETETAAMEH
CBETETAAMEH belongs to Commercial Bank of Ethiopia in Addis Abeba, Ethiopia.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CBETETAAMEH |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CBETETAA |
| Branch code | MEH |
| Bank | Commercial Bank of Ethiopia |
| Branch | Mehal Gebeya Branch |
| City | Addis Abeba |
| Country | Ethiopia |
The way 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.
- MEH 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
What bank is behind SWIFT code CBETETAAMEH?
CBETETAAMEH identifies Mehal Gebeya Branch, a unit of Commercial Bank of Ethiopia in Addis Abeba, Ethiopia. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I enter CBETETAAMEH incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check CBETETAAMEH against the details from Commercial Bank of Ethiopia before sending.
Can I use CBETETAA instead of CBETETAAMEH?
CBETETAA is the main office of Commercial Bank of Ethiopia, while CBETETAAMEH points to Mehal Gebeya Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention CBETETAAMEH.
What do the letters in CBETETAAMEH mean?
CBET is the bank code of Commercial Bank of Ethiopia, ET stands for Ethiopia, AA is the code for the city or region and MEH is the code of the department Mehal Gebeya Branch.
Has Commercial Bank of Ethiopia got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 9 SWIFT/BIC codes for Commercial Bank of Ethiopia in Ethiopia. All of them are listed on the page of Commercial Bank of Ethiopia.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Commercial Bank of Ethiopia in Ethiopia?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Ethiopia 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.