SWIFT/BIC code ARAIAEADAUH
ARAIAEADAUH belongs to Arab African International Bank in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ARAIAEADAUH |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ARAIAEAD |
| Branch code | AUH |
| Bank | Arab African International Bank |
| Branch | Abu Dhabi |
| City | Abu Dhabi |
| Country | United Arab Emirates |
The way the Arab African International Bank SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- ARAI Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- AE Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- AD Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- AUH 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 is behind BIC ARAIAEADAUH?
The code ARAIAEADAUH belongs to Abu Dhabi, part of Arab African International Bank in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I use ARAIAEADAUH with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check ARAIAEADAUH with the recipient before you confirm.
What do I need to send money to an account at Arab African International Bank?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code ARAIAEADAUH, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. United Arab Emirates is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
How long does a transfer to Arab African International Bank take in United Arab Emirates?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 1–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Arab African International Bank in United Arab Emirates?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in United Arab Emirates Dirham with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
What do the letters in ARAIAEADAUH stand for?
ARAI is the bank code of Arab African International Bank, AE stands for United Arab Emirates, AD is the code for the city or region and AUH is the code of the department Abu Dhabi.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.