SWIFT/BIC code BRAKBDDHXXX
BRAKBDDHXXX belongs to Brac Bank Limited in Dhaka, Bangladesh.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BRAKBDDHXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BRAKBDDH |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Brac Bank Limited |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Dhaka |
| Country | Bangladesh |
The way the Brac Bank Limited SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BRAK Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- BD Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- DH 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 code BRAKBDDHXXX?
BRAKBDDHXXX identifies the headquarters of Brac Bank Limited in Dhaka, Bangladesh. Use it when you send money to an account at Brac Bank Limited.
What does each part of BRAKBDDHXXX mean?
BRAK is the institution code of Brac Bank Limited, BD is the ISO code of Bangladesh, DH is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the main office.
What do I need to send money to an account at Brac Bank Limited?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code BRAKBDDHXXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Bangladesh is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
How long does a transfer to Brac Bank Limited take in Bangladesh?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
What happens if I use BRAKBDDHXXX incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check BRAKBDDHXXX against the details from Brac Bank Limited before you confirm.
What is the best way to send money to Brac Bank Limited in Bangladesh?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Bangladesh 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.