SWIFT/BIC code NBETETAAXXX

NBETETAAXXX belongs to National Bank of Ethiopia in Addis Abeba, Ethiopia.

NBETETAAXXX

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeNBETETAAXXX
8-character codeNBETETAA
Branch codeXXX
BankNational Bank of Ethiopia
BranchHead office
CityAddis Abeba
CountryEthiopia

How the National Bank of Ethiopia SWIFT/BIC is built up

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

NBET 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

Which institution uses BIC NBETETAAXXX?

NBETETAAXXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the head office of National Bank of Ethiopia in Addis Abeba, Ethiopia. Use it when you send money to an account at National Bank of Ethiopia.

What do I need to send money to an account at National Bank of Ethiopia?

You need the SWIFT/BIC code NBETETAAXXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Ethiopia is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.

What do the letters in NBETETAAXXX mean?

NBET is the institution code of National Bank of Ethiopia, ET is the ISO code of Ethiopia, AA is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the head office.

What is the best way to send money to National Bank of Ethiopia?

Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Ethiopia with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.

What happens if I enter NBETETAAXXX incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check NBETETAAXXX against the details from National Bank of Ethiopia before sending.

How long does it take to send money to National Bank of Ethiopia?

An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 2–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.

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