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SWIFT/BIC code ARABAEADCTU

ARABAEADCTU belongs to Arab Bank PLC in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.

ARABAEADCTU

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeARABAEADCTU
8-character codeARABAEAD
Branch codeCTU
BankArab Bank PLC
BranchCentral Transfers Unit
CityDubai
CountryUnited Arab Emirates

The way the Arab Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC is structured

A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:

ARAB 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.
CTU 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 ARABAEADCTU?

ARABAEADCTU is the SWIFT/BIC code of Central Transfers Unit, part of Arab Bank PLC in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What does each part of ARABAEADCTU stand for?

ARAB is the institution code of Arab Bank PLC, AE stands for United Arab Emirates, AD is the location code and CTU is the code of the department Central Transfers Unit.

What is the cheapest way to send money to Arab Bank PLC?

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 transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.

Does Arab Bank PLC have more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes – we list 13 SWIFT/BIC codes for Arab Bank PLC in United Arab Emirates. All of them are listed on the page of Arab Bank PLC.

How long does a transfer to Arab Bank PLC take?

A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often faster than a bank.

What happens if I use ARABAEADCTU incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check ARABAEADCTU against the details from Arab Bank PLC before you confirm.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.