SWIFT/BIC code ALEHAEADXXX
ALEHAEADXXX belongs to Alfa Exchange in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ALEHAEADXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ALEHAEAD |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Alfa Exchange |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Dubai |
| Country | United Arab Emirates |
The way the Alfa Exchange SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- ALEH Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- AE Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- AD 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
What bank is behind SWIFT code ALEHAEADXXX?
ALEHAEADXXX identifies the headquarters of Alfa Exchange in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. It is the code to use when a payment to Alfa Exchange does not need a specific branch.
What is the best way to send money to Alfa Exchange?
Banks often add 1–3% 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.
What happens if I enter ALEHAEADXXX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check ALEHAEADXXX against the details from Alfa Exchange before sending.
Is ALEHAEAD and ALEHAEADXXX the same code?
Yes. ALEHAEAD is the 8-character version of ALEHAEADXXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so either version will reach Alfa Exchange in Dubai.
What does each part of ALEHAEADXXX mean?
ALEH is the institution code of Alfa Exchange, AE is the ISO code of United Arab Emirates, AD is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the head office.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Alfa Exchange?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code ALEHAEADXXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. United Arab Emirates uses international SWIFT transfers, 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.