SWIFT/BIC code BRWAQAQAXXX
BRWAQAQAXXX belongs to Barwa Bank in Doha, Qatar.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BRWAQAQAXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BRWAQAQA |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Barwa Bank |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Doha |
| Country | Qatar |
The way the Barwa Bank SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BRWA Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- QA Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- QA 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 BRWAQAQAXXX?
The code BRWAQAQAXXX belongs to the headquarters of Barwa Bank in Doha, Qatar. Use it when a payment to Barwa Bank does not need a specific branch.
Does Barwa Bank have a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – BRWAQAQAXXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code we have for Barwa Bank in Qatar, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
Is BRWAQAQA and BRWAQAQAXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. BRWAQAQA is the short version of BRWAQAQAXXX. XXX simply means head office, so both will reach Barwa Bank in Doha.
What is the best way to send money to Barwa Bank in Qatar?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Qatar with transfer services before you send.
What happens if I use BRWAQAQAXXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check BRWAQAQAXXX against the details from Barwa Bank before sending.
What does each part of BRWAQAQAXXX stand for?
BRWA is the bank code of Barwa Bank, QA stands for Qatar, QA is the code for the city or region and XXX means the main office.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.