SWIFT/BIC code BEXADZALDCE
BEXADZALDCE belongs to Banque Exterieure D'algerie in Algiers, Algeria.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BEXADZALDCE |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BEXADZAL |
| Branch code | DCE |
| Bank | Banque Exterieure D'algerie |
| Branch | Direction du Commerce Exterieur |
| 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.
- DCE 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 BEXADZALDCE?
BEXADZALDCE is the SWIFT/BIC code of Direction du Commerce Exterieur, a unit of Banque Exterieure D'algerie in Algiers, Algeria. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What does each part of BEXADZALDCE mean?
BEXA is the institution code of Banque Exterieure D'algerie, DZ stands for Algeria, AL is the code for the city or region and DCE identifies the branch Direction du Commerce Exterieur.
How long does a transfer to Banque Exterieure D'algerie take 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.
Does Banque Exterieure D'algerie have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 106 SWIFT/BIC codes for Banque Exterieure D'algerie in Algeria, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of Banque Exterieure D'algerie.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Banque Exterieure D'algerie?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code BEXADZALDCE, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Algeria is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
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 the amount that arrives 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.