SWIFT/BIC code AUBOOMRUALH
AUBOOMRUALH belongs to Ahli Bank S.a.o.g in Muscat, Oman.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | AUBOOMRUALH |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | AUBOOMRU |
| Branch code | ALH |
| Bank | Ahli Bank S.a.o.g |
| Branch | Al Hilal |
| City | Muscat |
| Country | Oman |
The way the Ahli Bank S.a.o.g SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- AUBO Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- OM Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- RU Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- ALH 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 BIC AUBOOMRUALH?
AUBOOMRUALH identifies Al Hilal, a unit of Ahli Bank S.a.o.g in Muscat, Oman. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What do the letters in AUBOOMRUALH stand for?
AUBO is the bank code of Ahli Bank S.a.o.g, OM stands for Oman, RU is the location code and ALH is the code of the branch Al Hilal.
What happens if I enter AUBOOMRUALH incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check AUBOOMRUALH with the recipient before sending.
Can I use AUBOOMRU instead of AUBOOMRUALH?
AUBOOMRU is the head office of Ahli Bank S.a.o.g, while AUBOOMRUALH is Al Hilal. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use AUBOOMRUALH if the recipient asks for it.
What do I need to send money to an account at Ahli Bank S.a.o.g?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code AUBOOMRUALH, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Oman is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
What is the best way to send money to Ahli Bank S.a.o.g in Oman?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Oman with specialist providers 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.