SWIFT/BIC code BHDAIQBAXXX
BHDAIQBAXXX belongs to Al-Huda Bank in Baghdad, Iraq.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BHDAIQBAXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BHDAIQBA |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Al-Huda Bank |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Baghdad |
| Country | Iraq |
How the Al-Huda Bank SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BHDA Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- IQ Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- BA Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- XXX 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
What bank uses SWIFT/BIC code BHDAIQBAXXX?
BHDAIQBAXXX identifies the headquarters of Al-Huda Bank in Baghdad, Iraq. It is the code to use when a payment to Al-Huda Bank does not need a specific branch.
What happens if I use BHDAIQBAXXX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check BHDAIQBAXXX with the recipient before sending.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Al-Huda Bank?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code BHDAIQBAXXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Iraq uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
What do the letters in BHDAIQBAXXX stand for?
BHDA is the bank code of Al-Huda Bank, IQ is the ISO code of Iraq, BA is the location code and XXX marks the main office.
Does Al-Huda Bank have a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, BHDAIQBAXXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code we have for Al-Huda Bank in Iraq, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
How long does a transfer to Al-Huda Bank take in Iraq?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.