SWIFT/BIC code AUBBIQBA801
AUBBIQBA801 belongs to Commercial Bank of Iraq P.s.c. in Baghdad, Iraq.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | AUBBIQBA801 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | AUBBIQBA |
| Branch code | 801 |
| Bank | Commercial Bank of Iraq P.s.c. |
| Branch | Wathiq Branch |
| City | Baghdad |
| Country | Iraq |
How the Commercial Bank of Iraq P.s.c. SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- AUBB Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- IQ Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- BA Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- 801 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/BIC code AUBBIQBA801?
AUBBIQBA801 identifies Wathiq Branch, part of Commercial Bank of Iraq P.s.c. in Baghdad, Iraq. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What do I need to send money to an account at Commercial Bank of Iraq P.s.c.?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code AUBBIQBA801, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Iraq is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
What is the best way to send money to Commercial Bank of Iraq P.s.c.?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Iraq with transfer services before you send.
What do the letters in AUBBIQBA801 stand for?
AUBB is the bank code of Commercial Bank of Iraq P.s.c., IQ is the ISO code of Iraq, BA is the code for the city or region and 801 is the code of the department Wathiq Branch.
How long does a transfer to Commercial Bank of Iraq P.s.c. 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 happens if I enter AUBBIQBA801 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check AUBBIQBA801 against the details from Commercial Bank of Iraq P.s.c. before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.