SWIFT/BIC code BEXADZAL022
BEXADZAL022 belongs to Banque Exterieure D'algerie in Algiers, Algeria.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BEXADZAL022 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BEXADZAL |
| Branch code | 022 |
| Bank | Banque Exterieure D'algerie |
| Branch | Agence Hussein Dey |
| City | Algiers |
| Country | Algeria |
The way the Banque Exterieure D'algerie SWIFT/BIC is built up
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.
- 022 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 is behind BIC BEXADZAL022?
BEXADZAL022 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Agence Hussein Dey, part of Banque Exterieure D'algerie in Algiers, Algeria. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What does each part of BEXADZAL022 stand for?
BEXA is the institution code of Banque Exterieure D'algerie, DZ stands for Algeria, AL is the location code and 022 identifies the department Agence Hussein Dey.
What do I need to send money to an account at Banque Exterieure D'algerie?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code BEXADZAL022, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Algeria is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
What happens if I enter BEXADZAL022 with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check BEXADZAL022 with the recipient before you confirm.
How long does it take to send money to Banque Exterieure D'algerie in Algeria?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often faster than a bank.
Can I use BEXADZAL instead of BEXADZAL022?
BEXADZAL is the main office of Banque Exterieure D'algerie, while BEXADZAL022 is Agence Hussein Dey. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BEXADZAL022.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.