SWIFT/BIC code PBZATZTZXXX
PBZATZTZXXX belongs to People's Bank of Zanzibar, The in Zanzibar, Tanzania.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | PBZATZTZXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | PBZATZTZ |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | People's Bank of Zanzibar, The |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Zanzibar |
| Country | Tanzania |
The way the People's Bank of Zanzibar, The SWIFT/BIC works
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.
- 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 is behind BIC PBZATZTZXXX?
PBZATZTZXXX identifies the headquarters of People's Bank of Zanzibar, The in Zanzibar, Tanzania. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at People's Bank of Zanzibar, The.
Are PBZATZTZ and PBZATZTZXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. PBZATZTZ is the short version of PBZATZTZXXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so either version routes your payment to People's Bank of Zanzibar, The in Zanzibar.
What does each part of PBZATZTZXXX mean?
PBZA is the bank code of People's Bank of Zanzibar, The, TZ stands for Tanzania, TZ is the location code and XXX means the head office.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at People's Bank of Zanzibar, The?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code PBZATZTZXXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Tanzania uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
How long does it take to send money to People's Bank of Zanzibar, The in Tanzania?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
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 what you receive 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.