SWIFT/BIC code EFKSSAR1XXX
EFKSSAR1XXX belongs to Efg-Hermes Ksa in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | EFKSSAR1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | EFKSSAR1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Efg-Hermes Ksa |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Riyadh |
| Country | Saudi Arabia |
How the Efg-Hermes Ksa SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- EFKS Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- SA Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- R1 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 SWIFT code EFKSSAR1XXX?
EFKSSAR1XXX identifies the head office of Efg-Hermes Ksa in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Use it when you send money to an account at Efg-Hermes Ksa.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Efg-Hermes Ksa?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Saudi Arabia with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What happens if I enter EFKSSAR1XXX incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check EFKSSAR1XXX against the details from Efg-Hermes Ksa before you confirm.
Does Efg-Hermes Ksa have a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, EFKSSAR1XXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code listed for Efg-Hermes Ksa in Saudi Arabia, so there is no branch code to choose.
What do I need to send money to an account at Efg-Hermes Ksa?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code EFKSSAR1XXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Saudi Arabia is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
What do the letters in EFKSSAR1XXX stand for?
EFKS is the bank code of Efg-Hermes Ksa, SA stands for Saudi Arabia, R1 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.