SWIFT/BIC code DEETETAAXXX

DEETETAAXXX belongs to Development Bank of Ethiopia in Addis Abeba, Ethiopia.

DEETETAAXXX

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeDEETETAAXXX
8-character codeDEETETAA
Branch codeXXX
BankDevelopment Bank of Ethiopia
BranchHead office
CityAddis Abeba
CountryEthiopia

How the Development Bank of Ethiopia SWIFT/BIC is structured

A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:

DEET 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.
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

What bank is behind SWIFT code DEETETAAXXX?

DEETETAAXXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the headquarters of Development Bank of Ethiopia in Addis Abeba, Ethiopia. Use it when you send money to an account at Development Bank of Ethiopia.

What happens if I enter DEETETAAXXX incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check DEETETAAXXX with the recipient before sending.

Is DEETETAA and DEETETAAXXX the same code?

Yes, they are. DEETETAA is the short version of DEETETAAXXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so both routes your payment to Development Bank of Ethiopia in Addis Abeba.

Does Development Bank of Ethiopia use only one SWIFT/BIC code?

Yes – DEETETAAXXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code listed for Development Bank of Ethiopia in Ethiopia, so you do not need to pick a branch code.

What is the cheapest way to send money to Development Bank of Ethiopia?

Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Ethiopia with transfer services before you send.

How long does a transfer to Development Bank of Ethiopia take in Ethiopia?

An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker than a bank.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.