SWIFT/BIC code BEXADZAL026
BEXADZAL026 belongs to Banque Exterieure D'algerie in Medea, Algeria.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BEXADZAL026 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BEXADZAL |
| Branch code | 026 |
| Bank | Banque Exterieure D'algerie |
| Branch | Agence Medea |
| City | Medea |
| Country | Algeria |
How 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.
- 026 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 is behind SWIFT/BIC code BEXADZAL026?
The code BEXADZAL026 belongs to Agence Medea, a unit of Banque Exterieure D'algerie in Medea, Algeria. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Can I use BEXADZAL instead of BEXADZAL026?
BEXADZAL points to the main office of Banque Exterieure D'algerie, while BEXADZAL026 points to Agence Medea. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use BEXADZAL026 if the recipient 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 BEXADZAL026, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Algeria is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
How long does it take to send money to Banque Exterieure D'algerie in Algeria?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Banque Exterieure D'algerie?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Algeria with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What happens if I enter BEXADZAL026 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check BEXADZAL026 against the details from Banque Exterieure D'algerie before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.