SWIFT/BIC code MOUUIQBAXXX
MOUUIQBAXXX belongs to Mosul Bank in Baghdad, Iraq.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MOUUIQBAXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MOUUIQBA |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Mosul Bank |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Baghdad |
| Country | Iraq |
The way the Mosul Bank SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- MOUU 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
Which institution is behind BIC MOUUIQBAXXX?
MOUUIQBAXXX identifies the head office of Mosul Bank in Baghdad, Iraq. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Mosul Bank.
What happens if I use MOUUIQBAXXX incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check MOUUIQBAXXX with the recipient before sending.
Does Mosul Bank have a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, MOUUIQBAXXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code we have for Mosul Bank in Iraq, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
Are MOUUIQBA and MOUUIQBAXXX the same code?
Yes. MOUUIQBA is the short version of MOUUIQBAXXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so both will reach Mosul Bank in Baghdad.
How long does a transfer to Mosul Bank take?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 1–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often faster than a bank.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Mosul Bank?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code MOUUIQBAXXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Iraq is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.