SWIFT/BIC code ARABPS22500
ARABPS22500 belongs to Arab Bank PLC in Gaza, Palestinian Territories.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ARABPS22500 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ARABPS22 |
| Branch code | 500 |
| Bank | Arab Bank PLC |
| Branch | Gaza Branch |
| City | Gaza |
| Country | Palestinian Territories |
The way the Arab Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- ARAB Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- PS Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 22 Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- 500 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 SWIFT code ARABPS22500?
ARABPS22500 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Gaza Branch, a branch or department of Arab Bank PLC in Gaza, Palestinian Territories. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What do I need to send money to an account at Arab Bank PLC?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code ARABPS22500, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Palestinian Territories is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
Can I use ARABPS22 instead of ARABPS22500?
ARABPS22 is the main office of Arab Bank PLC, while ARABPS22500 points to Gaza Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use ARABPS22500 if the recipient asks for it.
How long does a transfer to Arab Bank PLC take?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
What does each part of ARABPS22500 stand for?
ARAB is the bank code of Arab Bank PLC, PS stands for Palestinian Territories, 22 is the location code and 500 is the code of the branch Gaza Branch.
Has Arab Bank PLC got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 18 SWIFT/BIC codes for Arab Bank PLC in Palestinian Territories, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.