SWIFT/BIC code BJAZSAJEXXX
BJAZSAJEXXX belongs to Bank Al-Jazira in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BJAZSAJEXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BJAZSAJE |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Bank Al-Jazira |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Jeddah |
| Country | Saudi Arabia |
The way the Bank Al-Jazira SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BJAZ Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- SA Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- JE 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
Which bank is behind SWIFT/BIC code BJAZSAJEXXX?
BJAZSAJEXXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the headquarters of Bank Al-Jazira in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. Use it when a payment to Bank Al-Jazira does not need a specific branch.
Are BJAZSAJE and BJAZSAJEXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. BJAZSAJE is the 8-character version of BJAZSAJEXXX. XXX simply means head office, so either version routes your payment to Bank Al-Jazira in Jeddah.
What happens if I use BJAZSAJEXXX incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check BJAZSAJEXXX against the details from Bank Al-Jazira before sending.
How long does it take to send money to Bank Al-Jazira in Saudi Arabia?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 1–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
Has Bank Al-Jazira got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 14 SWIFT/BIC codes for Bank Al-Jazira in Saudi Arabia, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Bank Al-Jazira?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code BJAZSAJEXXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Saudi Arabia is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.