Awash Bank is Ethiopia's largest private bank by assets, providing full commercial banking services with growing international SWIFT correspondent relationships.
When sending a SWIFT international wire to Awash Bank, include the BIC AWINETAA in the "SWIFT/BIC code" or "Bank identifier code" field of your sending bank's wire transfer form.
The 8-character BIC AWINETAA identifies Awash Bank's head office. If you are sending to a specific branch, the bank may provide an 11-character BIC with a 3-character branch suffix (e.g. AWINETAAXXX).
Once your bank sends the wire, your payment gets a 36-character UETR tracking code. Paste it into Ohmyfin's free tracker to see the live SWIFT GPI status — no bank login needed.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the SWIFT code for Awash Bank?
The SWIFT/BIC code for Awash Bank is AWINETAA. This 8-character code is used to route international wire transfers to Awash Bank on the SWIFT network.
Is AWINETAA the correct SWIFT code to use?
Yes, AWINETAA is the primary SWIFT/BIC code for Awash Bank. Always confirm the exact BIC (especially branch suffix) with your recipient or Awash Bank's official website before sending a large wire.
How do I track a payment from Awash Bank?
Ask the sender (or your bank) for the 36-character UETR tracking code from the MT103 payment confirmation (field 121). Then paste it into Ohmyfin's free SWIFT tracker for the live payment status — no login needed.
What currencies does Awash Bank accept for international wires?
Awash Bank handles the following major currencies: ETB, USD, EUR. Always confirm accepted currencies directly with the bank for your specific corridor.
Track a Payment from Awash Bank — Free
Paste the 36-character UETR from your Awash Bank wire confirmation and see the live SWIFT status in seconds. No bank login, no signup, no charge.