SWIFT/BIC code AFECAEAAXXX
AFECAEAAXXX belongs to Alfalah Exchange Company in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | AFECAEAAXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | AFECAEAA |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Alfalah Exchange Company |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Abu Dhabi |
| Country | United Arab Emirates |
The way the Alfalah Exchange Company SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- AFEC 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 bank uses BIC AFECAEAAXXX?
The code AFECAEAAXXX belongs to the main office of Alfalah Exchange Company in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. Use it when a payment to Alfalah Exchange Company does not need a specific branch.
Does Alfalah Exchange Company have a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – AFECAEAAXXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code listed for Alfalah Exchange Company in United Arab Emirates, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
Are AFECAEAA and AFECAEAAXXX the same code?
Yes. AFECAEAA is the 8-character version of AFECAEAAXXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so both will reach Alfalah Exchange Company in Abu Dhabi.
What happens if I use AFECAEAAXXX incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check AFECAEAAXXX with the recipient before sending.
What is the best way to send money to Alfalah Exchange Company in United Arab Emirates?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in United Arab Emirates Dirham with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Alfalah Exchange Company?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code AFECAEAAXXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. United Arab Emirates is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.