SWIFT/BIC code ARABJOAX122
ARABJOAX122 belongs to Arab Bank PLC in Aqaba, Jordan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ARABJOAX122 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ARABJOAX |
| Branch code | 122 |
| Bank | Arab Bank PLC |
| Branch | Aqaba Branch |
| City | Aqaba |
| Country | Jordan |
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.
- JO Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- AX Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- 122 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 uses BIC ARABJOAX122?
The code ARABJOAX122 belongs to Aqaba Branch, part of Arab Bank PLC in Aqaba, Jordan. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What do the letters in ARABJOAX122 mean?
ARAB is the bank code of Arab Bank PLC, JO is the ISO code of Jordan, AX is the code for the city or region and 122 is the code of the department Aqaba Branch.
How long does it take to send money to Arab Bank PLC?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Arab Bank PLC?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code ARABJOAX122, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Jordan uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
Does Arab Bank PLC have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 44 SWIFT/BIC codes for Arab Bank PLC in Jordan. You can see them all on the bank page.
What is the best way to send money to Arab Bank PLC in Jordan?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Jordan with specialist providers before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.