SWIFT/BIC code BEXADZAL102
BEXADZAL102 belongs to Banque Exterieure D'algerie in Algiers, Algeria.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BEXADZAL102 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BEXADZAL |
| Branch code | 102 |
| Bank | Banque Exterieure D'algerie |
| Branch | El Mouradia |
| City | Algiers |
| 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.
- 102 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 BIC BEXADZAL102?
BEXADZAL102 identifies El Mouradia, a branch or department of Banque Exterieure D'algerie in Algiers, Algeria. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Banque Exterieure D'algerie?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code BEXADZAL102, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Algeria uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Banque Exterieure D'algerie?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Algeria with specialist providers before you send.
How long does a transfer to Banque Exterieure D'algerie take?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 1–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
What do the letters in BEXADZAL102 stand for?
BEXA is the institution code of Banque Exterieure D'algerie, DZ is the ISO code of Algeria, AL is the location code and 102 identifies the department El Mouradia.
Can I use BEXADZAL instead of BEXADZAL102?
BEXADZAL points to the main office of Banque Exterieure D'algerie, while BEXADZAL102 is El Mouradia. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use BEXADZAL102 if the recipient asks for it.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.