SWIFT/BIC code BBMEAEADFUJ
BBMEAEADFUJ belongs to HSBC Bank Middle East Limited in Fujairah, United Arab Emirates.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BBMEAEADFUJ |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BBMEAEAD |
| Branch code | FUJ |
| Bank | HSBC Bank Middle East Limited |
| Branch | — |
| City | Fujairah |
| Country | United Arab Emirates |
How the HSBC Bank Middle East Limited SWIFT/BIC works
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.
- FUJ 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 BBMEAEADFUJ?
The code BBMEAEADFUJ belongs to HSBC Bank Middle East Limited, a branch or department of HSBC Bank Middle East Limited in Fujairah, United Arab Emirates. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What does each part of BBMEAEADFUJ mean?
BBME is the bank code of HSBC Bank Middle East Limited, AE stands for United Arab Emirates, AD is the code for the city or region and FUJ identifies the department HSBC Bank Middle East Limited.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at HSBC Bank Middle East Limited?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code BBMEAEADFUJ, the IBAN or local account number 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 BBMEAEADFUJ?
BBMEAEAD is the main office of HSBC Bank Middle East Limited, while BBMEAEADFUJ is HSBC Bank Middle East Limited. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BBMEAEADFUJ.
How long does it take to send money to HSBC Bank Middle East Limited?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 2–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
What happens if I use BBMEAEADFUJ with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check BBMEAEADFUJ against the details from HSBC Bank Middle East Limited before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.