SWIFT/BIC code APFRAEA1XXX
APFRAEA1XXX belongs to Asia Pacific Financials Services Middle East Limited in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | APFRAEA1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | APFRAEA1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Asia Pacific Financials Services Middle East Limited |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Dubai |
| Country | United Arab Emirates |
The way the Asia Pacific Financials Services Middle East Limited SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- APFR Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- AE Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- A1 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 uses SWIFT code APFRAEA1XXX?
APFRAEA1XXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the headquarters of Asia Pacific Financials Services Middle East Limited in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. It is the code to use when a payment to Asia Pacific Financials Services Middle East Limited does not need a specific branch.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Asia Pacific Financials Services Middle East Limited in United Arab Emirates?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in United Arab Emirates Dirham with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Are APFRAEA1 and APFRAEA1XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. APFRAEA1 is the 8-character version of APFRAEA1XXX. XXX simply means head office, so both will reach Asia Pacific Financials Services Middle East Limited in Dubai.
How long does a transfer to Asia Pacific Financials Services Middle East Limited take in United Arab Emirates?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
What happens if I use APFRAEA1XXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check APFRAEA1XXX against the details from Asia Pacific Financials Services Middle East Limited before sending.
What does each part of APFRAEA1XXX mean?
APFR is the institution code of Asia Pacific Financials Services Middle East Limited, AE is the ISO code of United Arab Emirates, A1 is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the head office.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.