SWIFT/BIC code ALARBDDH072
ALARBDDH072 belongs to Al-Arafah Islami Bank LTD. in Chittagong, Bangladesh.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ALARBDDH072 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ALARBDDH |
| Branch code | 072 |
| Bank | Al-Arafah Islami Bank LTD. |
| Branch | Khatungonj Branch |
| City | Chittagong |
| Country | Bangladesh |
How the Al-Arafah Islami Bank LTD. SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- ALAR 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.
- 072 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
What bank uses SWIFT/BIC code ALARBDDH072?
ALARBDDH072 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Khatungonj Branch, part of Al-Arafah Islami Bank LTD. in Chittagong, Bangladesh. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What do I need to send money to an account at Al-Arafah Islami Bank LTD.?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code ALARBDDH072, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Bangladesh uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
How long does it take to send money to Al-Arafah Islami Bank LTD. in Bangladesh?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often faster than a bank.
What happens if I enter ALARBDDH072 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check ALARBDDH072 with the recipient before sending.
Can I use ALARBDDH instead of ALARBDDH072?
ALARBDDH points to the main office of Al-Arafah Islami Bank LTD., while ALARBDDH072 is Khatungonj Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use ALARBDDH072 if the recipient asks for it.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Al-Arafah Islami Bank LTD.?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Bangladesh with specialist providers before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.