SWIFT/BIC code ARABQAQAXXX
ARABQAQAXXX belongs to Arab Bank PLC in Doha, Qatar.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ARABQAQAXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ARABQAQA |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Arab Bank PLC |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Doha |
| Country | Qatar |
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.
- QA Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- QA 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
What bank uses SWIFT code ARABQAQAXXX?
ARABQAQAXXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the head office of Arab Bank PLC in Doha, Qatar. Use it when you send money to an account at Arab Bank PLC.
How long does a transfer to Arab Bank PLC take?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 1–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
What is the best way to send money to Arab Bank PLC in Qatar?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Qatar with specialist providers before you send.
Is ARABQAQA and ARABQAQAXXX the same code?
Yes. ARABQAQA is the short version of ARABQAQAXXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so both will reach Arab Bank PLC in Doha.
What does each part of ARABQAQAXXX stand for?
ARAB is the bank code of Arab Bank PLC, QA is the ISO code of Qatar, QA is the location code and XXX means the main office.
What do I need to send money to an account at Arab Bank PLC?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code ARABQAQAXXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Qatar uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.