SWIFT/BIC code ARABAEADDER

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

ARABAEADDER

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeARABAEADDER
8-character codeARABAEAD
Branch codeDER
BankArab Bank PLC
BranchDeira Branch
CityDubai
CountryUnited Arab Emirates

The way the Arab Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC works

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.
DER 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 branch is behind SWIFT code ARABAEADDER?

ARABAEADDER identifies Deira Branch, 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.

Can I use ARABAEAD instead of ARABAEADDER?

ARABAEAD is the head office of Arab Bank PLC, while ARABAEADDER points to Deira Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use ARABAEADDER if the recipient asks for it.

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

Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in United Arab Emirates Dirham with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.

What happens if I use ARABAEADDER with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check ARABAEADDER with the recipient before sending.

Has Arab Bank PLC got other SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes, our database contains 13 SWIFT/BIC codes for Arab Bank PLC in United Arab Emirates. You can see them all on the bank page.

What does each part of ARABAEADDER mean?

ARAB is the institution code of Arab Bank PLC, AE is the ISO code of United Arab Emirates, AD is the code for the city or region and DER identifies the department Deira Branch.

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