SWIFT/BIC code BNPAAEAAXXX
BNPAAEAAXXX belongs to BNP Paribas, Abu Dhabi in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BNPAAEAAXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BNPAAEAA |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | BNP Paribas, Abu Dhabi |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Abu Dhabi |
| Country | United Arab Emirates |
The way the BNP Paribas, Abu Dhabi SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BNPA Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- AE Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- AA 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 BNPAAEAAXXX?
BNPAAEAAXXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the head office of BNP Paribas, Abu Dhabi in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. It is the code to use when a payment to BNP Paribas, Abu Dhabi does not need a specific branch.
Does BNP Paribas, Abu Dhabi have a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – BNPAAEAAXXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code we have for BNP Paribas, Abu Dhabi in United Arab Emirates, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
What happens if I enter BNPAAEAAXXX incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check BNPAAEAAXXX with the recipient before you confirm.
Is BNPAAEAA and BNPAAEAAXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. BNPAAEAA is the 8-character version of BNPAAEAAXXX. XXX simply means head office, so either version routes your payment to BNP Paribas, Abu Dhabi in Abu Dhabi.
What is the best way to send money to BNP Paribas, Abu Dhabi?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in United Arab Emirates Dirham with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What does each part of BNPAAEAAXXX mean?
BNPA is the institution code of BNP Paribas, Abu Dhabi, AE stands for United Arab Emirates, AA is the location code and XXX marks the head office.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.