SWIFT/BIC code AFEXSAJ1XXX
AFEXSAJ1XXX belongs to Alrajhi Commercial Foreign Exchange in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | AFEXSAJ1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | AFEXSAJ1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Alrajhi Commercial Foreign Exchange |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Jeddah |
| Country | Saudi Arabia |
How the Alrajhi Commercial Foreign Exchange SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- AFEX Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- SA Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- J1 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 AFEXSAJ1XXX?
The code AFEXSAJ1XXX belongs to the headquarters of Alrajhi Commercial Foreign Exchange in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. Use it when you send money to an account at Alrajhi Commercial Foreign Exchange.
What happens if I use AFEXSAJ1XXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check AFEXSAJ1XXX with the recipient before you confirm.
Is AFEXSAJ1 and AFEXSAJ1XXX the same code?
Yes, they are. AFEXSAJ1 is the short version of AFEXSAJ1XXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so both routes your payment to Alrajhi Commercial Foreign Exchange in Jeddah.
What does each part of AFEXSAJ1XXX stand for?
AFEX is the institution code of Alrajhi Commercial Foreign Exchange, SA stands for Saudi Arabia, J1 is the location code and XXX marks the main office.
What do I need to send money to an account at Alrajhi Commercial Foreign Exchange?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code AFEXSAJ1XXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Saudi Arabia uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
How long does a transfer to Alrajhi Commercial Foreign Exchange take?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.