Zanaco is Zambia's oldest and largest indigenous bank, partially state-owned, with the widest branch network in Zambia and full SWIFT international wire capabilities.
How to Use the Zanaco (Zambia National Commercial Bank) SWIFT Code
When sending a SWIFT international wire to Zanaco (Zambia National Commercial Bank), include the BIC ZANAZLZU in the "SWIFT/BIC code" or "Bank identifier code" field of your sending bank's wire transfer form.
The 8-character BIC ZANAZLZU identifies Zanaco (Zambia National Commercial 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. ZANAZLZUXXX).
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 Zanaco (Zambia National Commercial Bank)?
The SWIFT/BIC code for Zanaco (Zambia National Commercial Bank) is ZANAZLZU. This 8-character code is used to route international wire transfers to Zanaco (Zambia National Commercial Bank) on the SWIFT network.
Is ZANAZLZU the correct SWIFT code to use?
Yes, ZANAZLZU is the primary SWIFT/BIC code for Zanaco (Zambia National Commercial Bank). Always confirm the exact BIC (especially branch suffix) with your recipient or Zanaco (Zambia National Commercial Bank)'s official website before sending a large wire.
How do I track a payment from Zanaco (Zambia National Commercial 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 Zanaco (Zambia National Commercial Bank) accept for international wires?
Zanaco (Zambia National Commercial Bank) handles the following major currencies: ZMW, USD, EUR. Always confirm accepted currencies directly with the bank for your specific corridor.
Track a Payment from Zanaco (Zambia National Commercial Bank) — Free
Paste the 36-character UETR from your Zanaco (Zambia National Commercial Bank) wire confirmation and see the live SWIFT status in seconds. No bank login, no signup, no charge.