SWIFT/BIC code BABIIQBAXXX
BABIIQBAXXX belongs to Bank of Baghdad in Baghdad, Iraq.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BABIIQBAXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BABIIQBA |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Bank of Baghdad |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Baghdad |
| Country | Iraq |
The way the Bank of Baghdad SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BABI 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.
- 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
What bank is behind BIC BABIIQBAXXX?
BABIIQBAXXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the headquarters of Bank of Baghdad in Baghdad, Iraq. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Bank of Baghdad.
Does Bank of Baghdad have only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – BABIIQBAXXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code listed for Bank of Baghdad in Iraq, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
What happens if I enter BABIIQBAXXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check BABIIQBAXXX against the details from Bank of Baghdad before you confirm.
What do the letters in BABIIQBAXXX mean?
BABI is the bank code of Bank of Baghdad, IQ stands for Iraq, BA is the code for the city or region and XXX means the head office.
What do I need to send money to an account at Bank of Baghdad?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code BABIIQBAXXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Iraq is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Bank of Baghdad?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Iraq with specialist providers before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.