SWIFT/BIC code ARABYESAXXX
ARABYESAXXX belongs to Arab Bank PLC - Yemen in Sanaa, Yemen.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ARABYESAXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ARABYESA |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Arab Bank PLC - Yemen |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Sanaa |
| Country | Yemen |
How the Arab Bank PLC - Yemen 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.
- YE Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- SA 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
Which institution uses SWIFT code ARABYESAXXX?
ARABYESAXXX identifies the main office of Arab Bank PLC - Yemen in Sanaa, Yemen. It is the code to use when a payment to Arab Bank PLC - Yemen does not need a specific branch.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Arab Bank PLC - Yemen?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Yemen with transfer services before you send.
What happens if I use ARABYESAXXX incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check ARABYESAXXX against the details from Arab Bank PLC - Yemen before you confirm.
What does each part of ARABYESAXXX mean?
ARAB is the bank code of Arab Bank PLC - Yemen, YE is the ISO code of Yemen, SA is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the main office.
What do I need to send money to an account at Arab Bank PLC - Yemen?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code ARABYESAXXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Yemen is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
How long does it take to send money to Arab Bank PLC - Yemen in Yemen?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.