SWIFT/BIC code ABQQQAQAMER
ABQQQAQAMER belongs to Ahli Bank Qsc in Doha, Qatar.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ABQQQAQAMER |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ABQQQAQA |
| Branch code | MER |
| Bank | Ahli Bank Qsc |
| Branch | Merghab Branch |
| City | Doha |
| Country | Qatar |
How the Ahli Bank Qsc SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- ABQQ Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- QA Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- QA Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- MER 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 branch uses BIC ABQQQAQAMER?
ABQQQAQAMER identifies Merghab Branch, part of Ahli Bank Qsc in Doha, Qatar. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Does Ahli Bank Qsc have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 4 SWIFT/BIC codes for Ahli Bank Qsc in Qatar, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of Ahli Bank Qsc.
What does each part of ABQQQAQAMER stand for?
ABQQ is the bank code of Ahli Bank Qsc, QA is the ISO code of Qatar, QA is the location code and MER is the code of the branch Merghab Branch.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Ahli Bank Qsc?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code ABQQQAQAMER, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Qatar is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
Can I use ABQQQAQA instead of ABQQQAQAMER?
ABQQQAQA is the head office of Ahli Bank Qsc, while ABQQQAQAMER points to Merghab Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention ABQQQAQAMER.
How long does a transfer to Ahli Bank Qsc take in Qatar?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 1–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.