SWIFT/BIC code BBMEAEADABU
BBMEAEADABU belongs to HSBC Bank Middle East Limited in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BBMEAEADABU |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BBMEAEAD |
| Branch code | ABU |
| Bank | HSBC Bank Middle East Limited |
| Branch | — |
| City | Abu Dhabi |
| Country | United Arab Emirates |
The way the HSBC Bank Middle East Limited SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BBME 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.
- ABU 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 bank uses SWIFT code BBMEAEADABU?
BBMEAEADABU identifies HSBC Bank Middle East Limited, a unit of HSBC Bank Middle East Limited in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I use BBMEAEADABU incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check BBMEAEADABU with the recipient before sending.
What is the cheapest way to send money to HSBC Bank Middle East Limited?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in United Arab Emirates Dirham with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
What do I need to send money to an account at HSBC Bank Middle East Limited?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code BBMEAEADABU, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. United Arab Emirates uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
Can I use BBMEAEAD instead of BBMEAEADABU?
BBMEAEAD is the main office of HSBC Bank Middle East Limited, while BBMEAEADABU is HSBC Bank Middle East Limited. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use BBMEAEADABU if the recipient asks for it.
What does each part of BBMEAEADABU stand for?
BBME is the institution code of HSBC Bank Middle East Limited, AE stands for United Arab Emirates, AD is the code for the city or region and ABU identifies the branch HSBC Bank Middle East Limited.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.