SWIFT/BIC code ARABAEADMAK
ARABAEADMAK belongs to Arab Bank PLC in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ARABAEADMAK |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ARABAEAD |
| Branch code | MAK |
| Bank | Arab Bank PLC |
| Branch | Dubai Branch |
| City | Dubai |
| Country | United 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.
- MAK 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/BIC code ARABAEADMAK?
ARABAEADMAK identifies Dubai Branch, part of Arab Bank PLC in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I enter ARABAEADMAK with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check ARABAEADMAK against the details from Arab Bank PLC before sending.
What do I need to send money to an account at Arab Bank PLC?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code ARABAEADMAK, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. United Arab Emirates uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
How long does it take to send money to Arab Bank PLC?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often faster than a bank.
What does each part of ARABAEADMAK stand for?
ARAB is the institution code of Arab Bank PLC, AE is the ISO code of United Arab Emirates, AD is the location code and MAK is the code of the branch Dubai Branch.
Can I use ARABAEAD instead of ARABAEADMAK?
ARABAEAD is the main office of Arab Bank PLC, while ARABAEADMAK points to Dubai Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention ARABAEADMAK.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.