SWIFT/BIC code UNAFTZTZXXX
UNAFTZTZXXX belongs to United Bank For Africa (Tanzania) Limited in Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | UNAFTZTZXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | UNAFTZTZ |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | United Bank For Africa (Tanzania) Limited |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Dar Es Salaam |
| Country | Tanzania |
The way the United Bank For Africa (Tanzania) Limited SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- UNAF 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 uses SWIFT code UNAFTZTZXXX?
UNAFTZTZXXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the headquarters of United Bank For Africa (Tanzania) Limited in Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania. Use it when a payment to United Bank For Africa (Tanzania) Limited does not need a specific branch.
Are UNAFTZTZ and UNAFTZTZXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. UNAFTZTZ is the short version of UNAFTZTZXXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so either version routes your payment to United Bank For Africa (Tanzania) Limited in Dar Es Salaam.
Does United Bank For Africa (Tanzania) Limited use only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – UNAFTZTZXXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code we have for United Bank For Africa (Tanzania) Limited in Tanzania, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
What happens if I enter UNAFTZTZXXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check UNAFTZTZXXX with the recipient before sending.
How long does a transfer to United Bank For Africa (Tanzania) Limited take?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
What is the best way to send money to United Bank For Africa (Tanzania) Limited?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Tanzania with specialist providers before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.