SWIFT/BIC code ARABDZALXXX
ARABDZALXXX belongs to Arab Bank PLC Algeria in Algiers, Algeria.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ARABDZALXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ARABDZAL |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Arab Bank PLC Algeria |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Algiers |
| Country | Algeria |
How the Arab Bank PLC Algeria 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.
- DZ Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- AL 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 ARABDZALXXX?
The code ARABDZALXXX belongs to the main office of Arab Bank PLC Algeria in Algiers, Algeria. Use it when a payment to Arab Bank PLC Algeria does not need a specific branch.
How long does it take to send money to Arab Bank PLC Algeria?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Arab Bank PLC Algeria?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code ARABDZALXXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Algeria uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
What do the letters in ARABDZALXXX stand for?
ARAB is the institution code of Arab Bank PLC Algeria, DZ is the ISO code of Algeria, AL is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the main office.
What is the best way to send money to Arab Bank PLC Algeria in Algeria?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Algeria with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Does Arab Bank PLC Algeria use a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, ARABDZALXXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code listed for Arab Bank PLC Algeria in Algeria, so there is no branch code to choose.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.