SWIFT/BIC code JANBAEAAXXX

JANBAEAAXXX belongs to Janata Bank in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates.

JANBAEAAXXX

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeJANBAEAAXXX
8-character codeJANBAEAA
Branch codeXXX
BankJanata Bank
BranchHead office
CityAbu Dhabi
CountryUnited Arab Emirates

The way the Janata Bank SWIFT/BIC works

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

JANB 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

Which institution uses SWIFT code JANBAEAAXXX?

The code JANBAEAAXXX belongs to the main office of Janata Bank in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. Use it when a payment to Janata Bank does not need a specific branch.

How long does it take to send money to Janata Bank?

An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 1–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.

What do I need for a transfer to an account at Janata Bank?

You need the SWIFT/BIC code JANBAEAAXXX, 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.

What do the letters in JANBAEAAXXX stand for?

JANB is the bank code of Janata Bank, AE stands for United Arab Emirates, AA is the code for the city or region and XXX means the head office.

What is the cheapest way to send money to Janata Bank 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.

Is JANBAEAA and JANBAEAAXXX the same code?

Yes. JANBAEAA is the short version of JANBAEAAXXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so either version will reach Janata Bank in Abu Dhabi.

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