SWIFT/BIC code ARABJOAX131
ARABJOAX131 belongs to Arab Bank PLC in Amman, Jordan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ARABJOAX131 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ARABJOAX |
| Branch code | 131 |
| Bank | Arab Bank PLC |
| Branch | Abu Alanda |
| City | Amman |
| Country | Jordan |
How 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.
- JO Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- AX Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- 131 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
What bank uses SWIFT/BIC code ARABJOAX131?
ARABJOAX131 identifies Abu Alanda, a branch or department of Arab Bank PLC in Amman, Jordan. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Has Arab Bank PLC got 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 happens if I enter ARABJOAX131 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check ARABJOAX131 with the recipient before sending.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Arab Bank PLC in Jordan?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Jordan with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
How long does a transfer to Arab Bank PLC take in Jordan?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 2–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
Can I use ARABJOAX instead of ARABJOAX131?
ARABJOAX points to the head office of Arab Bank PLC, while ARABJOAX131 points to Abu Alanda. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use ARABJOAX131 if the recipient asks for it.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.