SWIFT/BIC code ABBLBDDH005
ABBLBDDH005 belongs to AB Bank Limited in Dhaka, Bangladesh.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ABBLBDDH005 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ABBLBDDH |
| Branch code | 005 |
| Bank | AB Bank Limited |
| Branch | Principal Branch |
| City | Dhaka |
| Country | Bangladesh |
How the AB Bank Limited SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- ABBL Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- BD Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- DH Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- 005 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
Which bank uses BIC ABBLBDDH005?
ABBLBDDH005 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Principal Branch, part of AB Bank Limited in Dhaka, Bangladesh. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the best way to send money to AB Bank Limited?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Bangladesh with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
What happens if I use ABBLBDDH005 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check ABBLBDDH005 against the details from AB Bank Limited before sending.
Can I use ABBLBDDH instead of ABBLBDDH005?
ABBLBDDH points to the main office of AB Bank Limited, while ABBLBDDH005 is Principal Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention ABBLBDDH005.
How long does a transfer to AB Bank Limited take?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 1–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often faster than a bank.
What does each part of ABBLBDDH005 mean?
ABBL is the bank code of AB Bank Limited, BD is the ISO code of Bangladesh, DH is the location code and 005 identifies the department Principal Branch.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.