SWIFT/BIC code NSCBZML1022
NSCBZML1022 belongs to National Savings and Credit Bank of Zambia in Chipata, Zambia.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NSCBZML1022 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NSCBZML1 |
| Branch code | 022 |
| Bank | National Savings and Credit Bank of Zambia |
| Branch | — |
| City | Chipata |
| Country | Zambia |
The way the National Savings and Credit Bank of Zambia SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- NSCB Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- ZM Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- L1 Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- 022 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 branch is behind BIC NSCBZML1022?
NSCBZML1022 identifies National Savings and Credit Bank of Zambia, a unit of National Savings and Credit Bank of Zambia in Chipata, Zambia. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
How long does a transfer to National Savings and Credit Bank of Zambia take in Zambia?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
Has National Savings and Credit Bank of Zambia got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 8 SWIFT/BIC codes for National Savings and Credit Bank of Zambia in Zambia. You can see them all on the bank page.
What happens if I use NSCBZML1022 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check NSCBZML1022 against the details from National Savings and Credit Bank of Zambia before sending.
What is the cheapest way to send money to National Savings and Credit Bank of Zambia?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Zambia with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at National Savings and Credit Bank of Zambia?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code NSCBZML1022, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Zambia is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.