SWIFT/BIC code SWAZSZMBXXX
SWAZSZMBXXX belongs to Central Bank of Swaziland in Mbabane, Eswatini.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SWAZSZMBXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SWAZSZMB |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Central Bank of Swaziland |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Mbabane |
| Country | Eswatini |
How the Central Bank of Swaziland SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- SWAZ Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- SZ Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- MB 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 SWAZSZMBXXX?
SWAZSZMBXXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the headquarters of Central Bank of Swaziland in Mbabane, Eswatini. It is the code to use when a payment to Central Bank of Swaziland does not need a specific branch.
Does Central Bank of Swaziland use only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – SWAZSZMBXXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code we have for Central Bank of Swaziland in Eswatini, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
How long does a transfer to Central Bank of Swaziland take in Eswatini?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 2–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often faster than a bank.
What does each part of SWAZSZMBXXX mean?
SWAZ is the institution code of Central Bank of Swaziland, SZ stands for Eswatini, MB is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the head office.
What happens if I enter SWAZSZMBXXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check SWAZSZMBXXX against the details from Central Bank of Swaziland before you confirm.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Central Bank of Swaziland?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code SWAZSZMBXXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Eswatini uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.