SWIFT/BIC code ZEIBNGLAXXX
ZEIBNGLAXXX belongs to Zenith Bank PLC in Lagos, Nigeria.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ZEIBNGLAXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ZEIBNGLA |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Zenith Bank PLC |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Lagos |
| Country | Nigeria |
The way the Zenith Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- ZEIB Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- NG Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- LA 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 is behind BIC ZEIBNGLAXXX?
The code ZEIBNGLAXXX belongs to the headquarters of Zenith Bank PLC in Lagos, Nigeria. Use it when you send money to an account at Zenith Bank PLC.
Has Zenith Bank PLC got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 3 SWIFT/BIC codes for Zenith Bank PLC in Nigeria. All of them are listed on the page of Zenith Bank PLC.
What happens if I use ZEIBNGLAXXX incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check ZEIBNGLAXXX against the details from Zenith Bank PLC before sending.
What is the best way to send money to Zenith Bank PLC in Nigeria?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Nigeria with specialist providers before you send.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Zenith Bank PLC?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code ZEIBNGLAXXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Nigeria uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
What do the letters in ZEIBNGLAXXX mean?
ZEIB is the bank code of Zenith Bank PLC, NG is the ISO code of Nigeria, LA is the location code and XXX marks the head office.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.