SWIFT/BIC code ALGHAEADXXX
ALGHAEADXXX belongs to Al Ghurair International Exchange in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ALGHAEADXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ALGHAEAD |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Al Ghurair International Exchange |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Dubai |
| Country | United Arab Emirates |
How the Al Ghurair International Exchange SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- ALGH 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
Which bank is behind SWIFT/BIC code ALGHAEADXXX?
The code ALGHAEADXXX belongs to the headquarters of Al Ghurair International Exchange in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. It is the code to use when a payment to Al Ghurair International Exchange does not need a specific branch.
Does Al Ghurair International Exchange have a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – ALGHAEADXXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code we have for Al Ghurair International Exchange in United Arab Emirates, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
How long does a transfer to Al Ghurair International Exchange take in United Arab Emirates?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 2–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
Are ALGHAEAD and ALGHAEADXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. ALGHAEAD is the short version of ALGHAEADXXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so both routes your payment to Al Ghurair International Exchange in Dubai.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Al Ghurair International Exchange?
Many banks 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 to send money to an account at Al Ghurair International Exchange?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code ALGHAEADXXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. United Arab Emirates is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.