SWIFT/BIC code ELAFIQBAXXX
ELAFIQBAXXX belongs to Elaf Islamic Bank in Baghdad, Iraq.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ELAFIQBAXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ELAFIQBA |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Elaf Islamic Bank |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Baghdad |
| Country | Iraq |
The way the Elaf Islamic Bank SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- ELAF Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- IQ Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- BA 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 uses BIC ELAFIQBAXXX?
ELAFIQBAXXX identifies the head office of Elaf Islamic Bank in Baghdad, Iraq. Use it when you send money to an account at Elaf Islamic Bank.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Elaf Islamic Bank?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code ELAFIQBAXXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Iraq is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
What does each part of ELAFIQBAXXX stand for?
ELAF is the bank code of Elaf Islamic Bank, IQ is the ISO code of Iraq, BA is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the head office.
How long does a transfer to Elaf Islamic Bank take in Iraq?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
What happens if I enter ELAFIQBAXXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check ELAFIQBAXXX against the details from Elaf Islamic Bank before sending.
What is the best way to send money to Elaf Islamic Bank?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Iraq with specialist providers before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.