SWIFT/BIC code ALWSPS21XXX
ALWSPS21XXX belongs to Alwasta Securities Co in Ramallah, Palestinian Territories.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ALWSPS21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ALWSPS21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Alwasta Securities Co |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Ramallah |
| Country | Palestinian Territories |
The way the Alwasta Securities Co SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- ALWS Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- PS Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 21 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 uses SWIFT code ALWSPS21XXX?
The code ALWSPS21XXX belongs to the head office of Alwasta Securities Co in Ramallah, Palestinian Territories. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Alwasta Securities Co.
Does Alwasta Securities Co use a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, ALWSPS21XXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code listed for Alwasta Securities Co in Palestinian Territories, so there is no branch code to choose.
Are ALWSPS21 and ALWSPS21XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. ALWSPS21 is the 8-character version of ALWSPS21XXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so both will reach Alwasta Securities Co in Ramallah.
How long does it take to send money to Alwasta Securities Co in Palestinian Territories?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 1–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
What does each part of ALWSPS21XXX stand for?
ALWS is the institution code of Alwasta Securities Co, PS is the ISO code of Palestinian Territories, 21 is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the main office.
What do I need to send money to an account at Alwasta Securities Co?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code ALWSPS21XXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Palestinian Territories is not part of SEPA, 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.