SWIFT/BIC code BEXADZAL078
BEXADZAL078 belongs to Banque Exterieure D'algerie in Arzew, Algeria.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BEXADZAL078 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BEXADZAL |
| Branch code | 078 |
| Bank | Banque Exterieure D'algerie |
| Branch | Agence Arzew les Jardins |
| City | Arzew |
| Country | Algeria |
The way the Banque Exterieure D'algerie SWIFT/BIC works
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.
- 078 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 code BEXADZAL078?
The code BEXADZAL078 belongs to Agence Arzew les Jardins, a unit of Banque Exterieure D'algerie in Arzew, Algeria. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What does each part of BEXADZAL078 stand for?
BEXA is the bank code of Banque Exterieure D'algerie, DZ is the ISO code of Algeria, AL is the code for the city or region and 078 identifies the department Agence Arzew les Jardins.
What is the best way to send money to Banque Exterieure D'algerie?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Algeria with transfer services before you send.
What happens if I use BEXADZAL078 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check BEXADZAL078 with the recipient before you confirm.
Can I use BEXADZAL instead of BEXADZAL078?
BEXADZAL is the head office of Banque Exterieure D'algerie, while BEXADZAL078 points to Agence Arzew les Jardins. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use BEXADZAL078 if the recipient asks for it.
How long does it take to send money to Banque Exterieure D'algerie?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 2–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often faster than a bank.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.