SWIFT codes in Ethiopia

In order to make international payments to Ethiopia you have to know the bank´s SWIFT / BIC code.

What do Ethiopia SWIFT codes look like?

The SWIFT code consists of 8 to 11 characters (letters and digits) and for Ethiopia the SWIFT code has the following format:

  • First 4 characters (only letters) - bank code. A shortened version of the bank´s name.
  • Next 2 characters (only letters) - Ethiopia´s ISO code.
  • Next 2 characters (letters and digits) - location code.
  • Last 3 characters (letters and digits) – bank branch (optional).

SWIFT codes of the most important banks in Ethiopia

Find below an extensive A to Z list of the SWIFT codes in Ethiopia:

SWIFT codes in Ethiopia

SWIFT Code Bank City
ZEMEETAA ZEMEN BANK S.C. ADDIS ABEBA

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