SWIFT/BIC code LMLDZWHAXXX
LMLDZWHAXXX belongs to Lion Microfinance Limited in Harare, Zimbabwe.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | LMLDZWHAXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | LMLDZWHA |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Lion Microfinance Limited |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Harare |
| Country | Zimbabwe |
The way the Lion Microfinance Limited SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- LMLD Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- ZW Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- HA 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 bank is behind BIC LMLDZWHAXXX?
LMLDZWHAXXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the head office of Lion Microfinance Limited in Harare, Zimbabwe. Use it when you send money to an account at Lion Microfinance Limited.
What does each part of LMLDZWHAXXX stand for?
LMLD is the bank code of Lion Microfinance Limited, ZW stands for Zimbabwe, HA is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the main office.
What do I need to send money to an account at Lion Microfinance Limited?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code LMLDZWHAXXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Zimbabwe uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
Are LMLDZWHA and LMLDZWHAXXX the same code?
Yes, they are. LMLDZWHA is the 8-character version of LMLDZWHAXXX. XXX simply means head office, so both will reach Lion Microfinance Limited in Harare.
How long does a transfer to Lion Microfinance Limited take?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
What happens if I use LMLDZWHAXXX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check LMLDZWHAXXX with the recipient before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.