SWIFT/BIC code ARABJOAX162
ARABJOAX162 belongs to Arab Bank PLC in Amman, Jordan.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ARABJOAX162 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ARABJOAX |
| Branch code | 162 |
| Bank | Arab Bank PLC |
| Branch | Wadi Seer Branch |
| 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.
- 162 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 is behind SWIFT code ARABJOAX162?
ARABJOAX162 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Wadi Seer Branch, a unit of Arab Bank PLC in Amman, Jordan. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
How long does a transfer to Arab Bank PLC take in Jordan?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 1–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Arab Bank PLC?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code ARABJOAX162, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Jordan uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
Can I use ARABJOAX instead of ARABJOAX162?
ARABJOAX is the head office of Arab Bank PLC, while ARABJOAX162 points to Wadi Seer Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention ARABJOAX162.
What do the letters in ARABJOAX162 mean?
ARAB is the bank code of Arab Bank PLC, JO stands for Jordan, AX is the location code and 162 identifies the department Wadi Seer Branch.
Does Arab Bank PLC have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 44 SWIFT/BIC codes for Arab Bank PLC in Jordan. All of them are listed on the page of Arab Bank PLC.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.