CRB API Documentation

Complete reference documentation for the Credit Reference Bureau API

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Getting Started with the CRB API
Learn how to integrate with the Credit Reference Bureau API for Zambia

The CRB API provides access to credit information services for financial institutions in Zambia. This API allows you to verify borrower identities, request credit reports, submit loan data, and verify mobile money accounts.

1. Register for API Access

Contact our team to register your organization and receive your API credentials for both test and production environments.

2. Explore the API

Browse our documentation to understand the available endpoints, request/response formats, and authentication requirements.

3. Test in Sandbox

Use our sandbox environment to test your integration without affecting real data or incurring charges.

4. Go Live

Once testing is complete, switch to production credentials to start using the API in your live environment.

Base URLs

Production
https://api.crb.co.zm/v1
Sandbox
https://sandbox.api.crb.co.zm/v1
API Features
Key capabilities of the CRB API

Borrower Verification

Verify borrower identities using NRC numbers and personal details

Credit Reports

Request and retrieve comprehensive credit reports for borrowers

Loan Data Submission

Submit and update loan information to maintain accurate credit histories

Mobile Money Verification

Verify mobile money accounts and transaction histories

Recent Updates
Latest changes to the CRB API
v2.3.0 - March 15, 2025
  • Added new mobile money verification endpoints
  • Improved response time for credit report requests
  • Enhanced data validation for loan submissions
v2.2.1 - February 28, 2025
  • Fixed bug in borrower verification endpoint
  • Improved error messages for better debugging