SWIFT/BIC code GULFAEAAXXX

GULFAEAAXXX belongs to Gulf International Bank B.s.c. in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates.

GULFAEAAXXX

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeGULFAEAAXXX
8-character codeGULFAEAA
Branch codeXXX
BankGulf International Bank B.s.c.
BranchHead office
CityAbu Dhabi
CountryUnited Arab Emirates

The way the Gulf International Bank B.s.c. SWIFT/BIC is built up

A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:

GULF Bank code
4 letters that identify the bank.
AE Country code
2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
AA 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 SWIFT/BIC code GULFAEAAXXX?

The code GULFAEAAXXX belongs to the headquarters of Gulf International Bank B.s.c. in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. Use it when you send money to an account at Gulf International Bank B.s.c..

How long does a transfer to Gulf International Bank B.s.c. take?

A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.

What is the best way to send money to Gulf International Bank B.s.c.?

Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in United Arab Emirates Dirham with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.

What do the letters in GULFAEAAXXX stand for?

GULF is the bank code of Gulf International Bank B.s.c., AE is the ISO code of United Arab Emirates, AA is the location code and XXX means the main office.

Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Gulf International Bank B.s.c.?

Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code GULFAEAAXXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. United Arab Emirates is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.

Is GULFAEAA and GULFAEAAXXX the same SWIFT code?

Yes, they are. GULFAEAA is the 8-character version of GULFAEAAXXX. XXX simply means head office, so either version routes your payment to Gulf International Bank B.s.c. in Abu Dhabi.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.