Our Vision

To become the best-managed bank in the world. That is simply what Myanmar needs and deserves.

Our Mission

To improve the quality of life through banking.

Our Core Values

KBZ Bank is guided by a belief and a culture that runs throughout the entire organization: being good to people and doing the right thing. That is why we are driven by our three values – Metta, Thet Ti, Virya – loving kindness, perseverance and courage.

Our History

The name Kanbawza is a traditional name for Shan State, an ethnic minority state of the Republic of the Union of Myanmar. Kanbawza Bank (KBZ Bank) was established on the 1st of July 1994 in Taunggyi, located in the southern part of Shan State. Initially, the bank catered the local population in Taunggyi. In November 1999, our present management acquired the organization and oversaw its development into one of the biggest private commercial banks in Myanmar.

In April 2000, KBZ headquarters was relocated to Yangon, the business capital of Myanmar. At present, KBZ Bank has more than 491 branches across the country with nearly 980 ATMs, and over 190 currency exchange counter.

In November 2011, the Central Bank of Myanmar granted an Authorized Dealer License (ADL) to KBZ Bank as the first step to operate foreign banking business. KBZ Bank will maintain a continuous growth in financial industry along with the development of Myanmar.