SWIFT/BIC code AAALSARIRYD
AAALSARIRYD belongs to Alawwal Bank in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | AAALSARIRYD |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | AAALSARI |
| Branch code | RYD |
| Bank | Alawwal Bank |
| Branch | Central Area Riyadh |
| City | Riyadh |
| Country | Saudi Arabia |
How the Alawwal Bank SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- AAAL Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- SA Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- RI Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- RYD Branch code
- 3 characters for a specific branch. XXX means the head office.
Check before you send
- Ask the recipient which bank and branch the account is held at.
- Use the head office code (XXX) when no branch is specified.
- Make sure the country in the code matches the country of the account.
Frequently asked questions
What bank is behind SWIFT code AAALSARIRYD?
AAALSARIRYD is the SWIFT/BIC code of Central Area Riyadh, a branch or department of Alawwal Bank in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I use AAALSARIRYD with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check AAALSARIRYD against the details from Alawwal Bank before you confirm.
What do I need to send money to an account at Alawwal Bank?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code AAALSARIRYD, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Saudi Arabia uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
How long does a transfer to Alawwal Bank take?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
Does Alawwal Bank have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 5 SWIFT/BIC codes for Alawwal Bank in Saudi Arabia. You can see them all on the bank page.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Alawwal Bank in Saudi Arabia?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Saudi Arabia with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.