SWIFT/BIC code FIRNZMLXXXX
FIRNZMLXXXX belongs to First National Bank Zambia Limited in Lusaka, Zambia.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | FIRNZMLXXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | FIRNZMLX |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | First National Bank Zambia Limited |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Lusaka |
| Country | Zambia |
How the First National Bank Zambia Limited SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- FIRN Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- ZM Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- LX 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/BIC code FIRNZMLXXXX?
The code FIRNZMLXXXX belongs to the main office of First National Bank Zambia Limited in Lusaka, Zambia. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at First National Bank Zambia Limited.
Is FIRNZMLX and FIRNZMLXXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. FIRNZMLX is the short version of FIRNZMLXXXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so either version will reach First National Bank Zambia Limited in Lusaka.
What is the cheapest way to send money to First National Bank Zambia Limited in Zambia?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Zambia with specialist providers before you send.
What happens if I use FIRNZMLXXXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check FIRNZMLXXXX with the recipient before you confirm.
How long does a transfer to First National Bank Zambia Limited take in Zambia?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 1–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
What do the letters in FIRNZMLXXXX stand for?
FIRN is the institution code of First National Bank Zambia Limited, ZM is the ISO code of Zambia, LX is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the main office.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.