SWIFT/BIC code ALFHBDDH703
ALFHBDDH703 belongs to Bank Alfalah Limited (Bangladesh - Dhaka Branch) in Chittagong, Bangladesh.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ALFHBDDH703 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ALFHBDDH |
| Branch code | 703 |
| Bank | Bank Alfalah Limited (Bangladesh - Dhaka Branch) |
| Branch | Agrabad Branch |
| City | Chittagong |
| Country | Bangladesh |
How the Bank Alfalah Limited (Bangladesh - Dhaka Branch) SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- ALFH 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.
- 703 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 BIC ALFHBDDH703?
ALFHBDDH703 identifies Agrabad Branch, part of Bank Alfalah Limited (Bangladesh - Dhaka Branch) in Chittagong, Bangladesh. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What do I need to send money to an account at Bank Alfalah Limited (Bangladesh - Dhaka Branch)?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code ALFHBDDH703, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Bangladesh uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
What does each part of ALFHBDDH703 mean?
ALFH is the bank code of Bank Alfalah Limited (Bangladesh - Dhaka Branch), BD is the ISO code of Bangladesh, DH is the location code and 703 is the code of the branch Agrabad Branch.
How long does a transfer to Bank Alfalah Limited (Bangladesh - Dhaka Branch) take in Bangladesh?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
What is the best way to send money to Bank Alfalah Limited (Bangladesh - Dhaka Branch) in Bangladesh?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Bangladesh with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
What happens if I use ALFHBDDH703 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check ALFHBDDH703 with the recipient before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.