SWIFT/BIC code ARABDEFFXXX
ARABDEFFXXX belongs to Europe Arab Bank PLC in Frankfurt Am Main, Germany.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ARABDEFFXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ARABDEFF |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Europe Arab Bank PLC |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Frankfurt Am Main |
| Country | Germany |
The way the Europe 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.
- DE Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- FF 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 institution uses BIC ARABDEFFXXX?
ARABDEFFXXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the headquarters of Europe Arab Bank PLC in Frankfurt Am Main, Germany. Use it when you send money to an account at Europe Arab Bank PLC.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Europe Arab Bank PLC in Germany?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Euro with transfer services before you send.
What happens if I use ARABDEFFXXX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check ARABDEFFXXX against the details from Europe Arab Bank PLC before sending.
Do I need ARABDEFFXXX to send euros to Germany?
Germany belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you do need ARABDEFFXXX.
How long does a transfer to Europe Arab Bank PLC take?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Is ARABDEFF and ARABDEFFXXX the same code?
Yes. ARABDEFF is the 8-character version of ARABDEFFXXX. XXX simply means head office, so both routes your payment to Europe Arab Bank PLC in Frankfurt Am Main.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.