SWIFT/BIC code ARAMSADHXXX
ARAMSADHXXX belongs to Saudi Aramco in Dhahran, Saudi Arabia.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ARAMSADHXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ARAMSADH |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Saudi Aramco |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Dhahran |
| Country | Saudi Arabia |
The way the Saudi Aramco SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- ARAM Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- SA Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- DH 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 is behind SWIFT code ARAMSADHXXX?
ARAMSADHXXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the head office of Saudi Aramco in Dhahran, Saudi Arabia. It is the code to use when a payment to Saudi Aramco does not need a specific branch.
What do I need to send money to an account at Saudi Aramco?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code ARAMSADHXXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Saudi Arabia uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
What do the letters in ARAMSADHXXX stand for?
ARAM is the bank code of Saudi Aramco, SA stands for Saudi Arabia, DH is the code for the city or region and XXX means the main office.
Is ARAMSADH and ARAMSADHXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. ARAMSADH is the 8-character version of ARAMSADHXXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so either version routes your payment to Saudi Aramco in Dhahran.
How long does a transfer to Saudi Aramco take?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often faster than a bank.
What is the best way to send money to Saudi Aramco in Saudi Arabia?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Saudi Arabia with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.