SWIFT/BIC code MEBLAEADQFS
MEBLAEADQFS belongs to Emirates Islamic Bank in Umm Al Qaiwain, United Arab Emirates.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MEBLAEADQFS |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MEBLAEAD |
| Branch code | QFS |
| Bank | Emirates Islamic Bank |
| Branch | King Faisal Street Branch |
| City | Umm Al Qaiwain |
| Country | United Arab Emirates |
The way the Emirates Islamic Bank SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- MEBL Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- AE Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- AD Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- QFS 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 MEBLAEADQFS?
MEBLAEADQFS identifies King Faisal Street Branch, part of Emirates Islamic Bank in Umm Al Qaiwain, United Arab Emirates. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Has Emirates Islamic Bank got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 11 SWIFT/BIC codes for Emirates Islamic Bank in United Arab Emirates, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of Emirates Islamic Bank.
What happens if I use MEBLAEADQFS incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check MEBLAEADQFS against the details from Emirates Islamic Bank before you confirm.
Can I use MEBLAEAD instead of MEBLAEADQFS?
MEBLAEAD points to the main office of Emirates Islamic Bank, while MEBLAEADQFS is King Faisal Street Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention MEBLAEADQFS.
What does each part of MEBLAEADQFS stand for?
MEBL is the bank code of Emirates Islamic Bank, AE stands for United Arab Emirates, AD is the location code and QFS identifies the department King Faisal Street Branch.
How long does it take to send money to Emirates Islamic Bank?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.