SWIFT/BIC code ECOCZWHXXXX
ECOCZWHXXXX belongs to Ecobank Zimbabwe Limited in Harare, Zimbabwe.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ECOCZWHXXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ECOCZWHX |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Ecobank Zimbabwe Limited |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Harare |
| Country | Zimbabwe |
The way the Ecobank Zimbabwe Limited SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- ECOC Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- ZW Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- HX 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 institution uses SWIFT/BIC code ECOCZWHXXXX?
The code ECOCZWHXXXX belongs to the main office of Ecobank Zimbabwe Limited in Harare, Zimbabwe. Use it when a payment to Ecobank Zimbabwe Limited does not need a specific branch.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Ecobank Zimbabwe Limited?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Zimbabwe with transfer services before you send.
Does Ecobank Zimbabwe Limited use a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – ECOCZWHXXXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code listed for Ecobank Zimbabwe Limited in Zimbabwe, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
What happens if I use ECOCZWHXXXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check ECOCZWHXXXX with the recipient before sending.
What do the letters in ECOCZWHXXXX mean?
ECOC is the bank code of Ecobank Zimbabwe Limited, ZW stands for Zimbabwe, HX is the code for the city or region and XXX means the main office.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Ecobank Zimbabwe Limited?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code ECOCZWHXXXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Zimbabwe uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.