SWIFT/BIC code EFGHAEA1XXX
EFGHAEA1XXX belongs to Efg-Hermes UAE Limited in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | EFGHAEA1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | EFGHAEA1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Efg-Hermes UAE Limited |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Dubai |
| Country | United Arab Emirates |
How the Efg-Hermes UAE Limited SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- EFGH Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- AE Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- A1 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
What bank is behind SWIFT/BIC code EFGHAEA1XXX?
The code EFGHAEA1XXX belongs to the headquarters of Efg-Hermes UAE Limited in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Use it when you send money to an account at Efg-Hermes UAE Limited.
What is the best way to send money to Efg-Hermes UAE Limited in United Arab Emirates?
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 specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Does Efg-Hermes UAE Limited use only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – EFGHAEA1XXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code we have for Efg-Hermes UAE Limited in United Arab Emirates, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
How long does a transfer to Efg-Hermes UAE Limited take?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 1–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
Are EFGHAEA1 and EFGHAEA1XXX the same code?
Yes. EFGHAEA1 is the short version of EFGHAEA1XXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so both routes your payment to Efg-Hermes UAE Limited in Dubai.
What do the letters in EFGHAEA1XXX stand for?
EFGH is the bank code of Efg-Hermes UAE Limited, AE is the ISO code of United Arab Emirates, A1 is the code for the city or region 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.