SWIFT/BIC code BEXADZAL012
BEXADZAL012 belongs to Banque Exterieure D'algerie in Algiers, Algeria.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BEXADZAL012 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BEXADZAL |
| Branch code | 012 |
| Bank | Banque Exterieure D'algerie |
| Branch | Agence Amirouche |
| City | Algiers |
| Country | Algeria |
How the Banque Exterieure D'algerie SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BEXA Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- DZ Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- AL Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- 012 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 BEXADZAL012?
The code BEXADZAL012 belongs to Agence Amirouche, a branch or department of Banque Exterieure D'algerie in Algiers, Algeria. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Banque Exterieure D'algerie?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code BEXADZAL012, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Algeria is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
How long does a transfer to Banque Exterieure D'algerie take?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 1–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
What do the letters in BEXADZAL012 mean?
BEXA is the institution code of Banque Exterieure D'algerie, DZ is the ISO code of Algeria, AL is the location code and 012 identifies the department Agence Amirouche.
Can I use BEXADZAL instead of BEXADZAL012?
BEXADZAL is the head office of Banque Exterieure D'algerie, while BEXADZAL012 is Agence Amirouche. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BEXADZAL012.
What is the best way to send money to Banque Exterieure D'algerie?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Algeria 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.