SWIFT/BIC code PBZATZTZNWK
PBZATZTZNWK belongs to People's Bank of Zanzibar, The in Zanzibar, Tanzania.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | PBZATZTZNWK |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | PBZATZTZ |
| Branch code | NWK |
| Bank | People's Bank of Zanzibar, The |
| Branch | Mwanakwerekwe Branch |
| City | Zanzibar |
| Country | Tanzania |
The way the People's Bank of Zanzibar, The SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- PBZA Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- TZ Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- TZ Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- NWK 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 is behind SWIFT/BIC code PBZATZTZNWK?
The code PBZATZTZNWK belongs to Mwanakwerekwe Branch, part of People's Bank of Zanzibar, The in Zanzibar, Tanzania. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What do the letters in PBZATZTZNWK mean?
PBZA is the institution code of People's Bank of Zanzibar, The, TZ is the ISO code of Tanzania, TZ is the location code and NWK is the code of the branch Mwanakwerekwe Branch.
How long does a transfer to People's Bank of Zanzibar, The take?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
Does People's Bank of Zanzibar, The have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 3 SWIFT/BIC codes for People's Bank of Zanzibar, The in Tanzania, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of People's Bank of Zanzibar, The.
What happens if I enter PBZATZTZNWK incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check PBZATZTZNWK with the recipient before sending.
What is the best way to send money to People's Bank of Zanzibar, The?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Tanzania with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.