SWIFT/BIC code ABKKAEAAXXX
ABKKAEAAXXX belongs to Al Ahli Bank of Kuwait K.s.c.p, Abudhabi Branch in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ABKKAEAAXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ABKKAEAA |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Al Ahli Bank of Kuwait K.s.c.p, Abudhabi Branch |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Abu Dhabi |
| Country | United Arab Emirates |
How the Al Ahli Bank of Kuwait K.s.c.p, Abudhabi Branch SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- ABKK Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- AE Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- AA Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- XXX 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 institution uses SWIFT code ABKKAEAAXXX?
ABKKAEAAXXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the head office of Al Ahli Bank of Kuwait K.s.c.p, Abudhabi Branch in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Al Ahli Bank of Kuwait K.s.c.p, Abudhabi Branch.
How long does it take to send money to Al Ahli Bank of Kuwait K.s.c.p, Abudhabi Branch in United Arab Emirates?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often faster than a bank.
What does each part of ABKKAEAAXXX stand for?
ABKK is the bank code of Al Ahli Bank of Kuwait K.s.c.p, Abudhabi Branch, AE is the ISO code of United Arab Emirates, AA is the location code and XXX means the main office.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Al Ahli Bank of Kuwait K.s.c.p, Abudhabi Branch?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code ABKKAEAAXXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. United Arab Emirates is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
What is the best way to send money to Al Ahli Bank of Kuwait K.s.c.p, Abudhabi Branch?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in United Arab Emirates Dirham with transfer services before you send.
Does Al Ahli Bank of Kuwait K.s.c.p, Abudhabi Branch have a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, ABKKAEAAXXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code listed for Al Ahli Bank of Kuwait K.s.c.p, Abudhabi Branch in United Arab Emirates, so there is no branch code to choose.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.