SWIFT/BIC code TAHOTZT10TA
TAHOTZT10TA belongs to Tanzania Housing Bank in Zanzibar, Tanzania.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | TAHOTZT10TA |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | TAHOTZT1 |
| Branch code | 0TA |
| Bank | Tanzania Housing Bank |
| Branch | Zanzibar Branch |
| City | Zanzibar |
| Country | Tanzania |
The way the Tanzania Housing Bank SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- TAHO Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- TZ Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- T1 Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- 0TA 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 bank is behind BIC TAHOTZT10TA?
TAHOTZT10TA is the SWIFT/BIC code of Zanzibar Branch, a unit of Tanzania Housing Bank in Zanzibar, Tanzania. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Tanzania Housing Bank?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code TAHOTZT10TA, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Tanzania uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
How long does a transfer to Tanzania Housing Bank take in Tanzania?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 1–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
Can I use TAHOTZT1 instead of TAHOTZT10TA?
TAHOTZT1 points to the head office of Tanzania Housing Bank, while TAHOTZT10TA is Zanzibar Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use TAHOTZT10TA if the recipient asks for it.
What is the best way to send money to Tanzania Housing Bank?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Tanzania with specialist providers before you send.
Does Tanzania Housing Bank have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 9 SWIFT/BIC codes for Tanzania Housing Bank in Tanzania. You can see them all on the bank page.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.