SWIFT/BIC code MERVMZMAXXX
MERVMZMAXXX belongs to Nosso Banco, SA in Maputo, Mozambique.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MERVMZMAXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MERVMZMA |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Nosso Banco, SA |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Maputo |
| Country | Mozambique |
The way the Nosso Banco, SA SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- MERV Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- MZ Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- MA 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 BIC MERVMZMAXXX?
MERVMZMAXXX identifies the main office of Nosso Banco, SA in Maputo, Mozambique. Use it when a payment to Nosso Banco, SA does not need a specific branch.
What is the best way to send money to Nosso Banco, SA?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Mozambique with transfer services before you send.
Does Nosso Banco, SA use only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, MERVMZMAXXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code we have for Nosso Banco, SA in Mozambique, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Nosso Banco, SA?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code MERVMZMAXXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Mozambique uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
What does each part of MERVMZMAXXX mean?
MERV is the institution code of Nosso Banco, SA, MZ stands for Mozambique, MA is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the head office.
How long does a transfer to Nosso Banco, SA take?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often faster than a bank.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.