SWIFT/BIC code CECQQAQ1XXX
CECQQAQ1XXX belongs to City Exchange Co. W.l.l in Doha, Qatar.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CECQQAQ1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CECQQAQ1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | City Exchange Co. W.l.l |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Doha |
| Country | Qatar |
How the City Exchange Co. W.l.l SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- CECQ Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- QA Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- Q1 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 institution is behind BIC CECQQAQ1XXX?
CECQQAQ1XXX identifies the head office of City Exchange Co. W.l.l in Doha, Qatar. Use it when a payment to City Exchange Co. W.l.l does not need a specific branch.
Does City Exchange Co. W.l.l use only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – CECQQAQ1XXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code we have for City Exchange Co. W.l.l in Qatar, so there is no branch code to choose.
What is the cheapest way to send money to City Exchange Co. W.l.l?
Banks often add 1–3% 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 enter CECQQAQ1XXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check CECQQAQ1XXX with the recipient before you confirm.
Are CECQQAQ1 and CECQQAQ1XXX the same code?
Yes, they are. CECQQAQ1 is the short version of CECQQAQ1XXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so either version will reach City Exchange Co. W.l.l in Doha.
How long does it take to send money to City Exchange Co. W.l.l in Qatar?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 2–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.