SWIFT/BIC code NIBIETAAXXX
NIBIETAAXXX belongs to Nib International Bank S.c. in Addis Abeba, Ethiopia.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NIBIETAAXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NIBIETAA |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Nib International Bank S.c. |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Addis Abeba |
| Country | Ethiopia |
How the Nib International Bank S.c. SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- NIBI 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
What bank uses SWIFT/BIC code NIBIETAAXXX?
NIBIETAAXXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the main office of Nib International Bank S.c. in Addis Abeba, Ethiopia. It is the code to use when a payment to Nib International Bank S.c. does not need a specific branch.
Is NIBIETAA and NIBIETAAXXX the same code?
Yes. NIBIETAA is the short version of NIBIETAAXXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so either version routes your payment to Nib International Bank S.c. in Addis Abeba.
How long does a transfer to Nib International Bank S.c. take in Ethiopia?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
What is the best way to send money to Nib International Bank S.c.?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Ethiopia with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Nib International Bank S.c.?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code NIBIETAAXXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Ethiopia uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
What does each part of NIBIETAAXXX stand for?
NIBI is the institution code of Nib International Bank S.c., ET stands for Ethiopia, AA is the location code 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.