SWIFT/BIC code NBADAEAADEF
NBADAEAADEF belongs to First Abu Dhabi Bank PJSC in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NBADAEAADEF |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NBADAEAA |
| Branch code | DEF |
| Bank | First Abu Dhabi Bank PJSC |
| Branch | Al Etihad Branch |
| City | Abu Dhabi |
| Country | United Arab Emirates |
The way the First Abu Dhabi Bank PJSC SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- NBAD 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.
- DEF 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 NBADAEAADEF?
NBADAEAADEF is the SWIFT/BIC code of Al Etihad Branch, a unit of First Abu Dhabi Bank PJSC in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at First Abu Dhabi Bank PJSC?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code NBADAEAADEF, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. United Arab Emirates uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
What happens if I use NBADAEAADEF with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check NBADAEAADEF against the details from First Abu Dhabi Bank PJSC before you confirm.
How long does a transfer to First Abu Dhabi Bank PJSC take in United Arab Emirates?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 1–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often faster than a bank.
What is the best way to send money to First Abu Dhabi Bank PJSC in United Arab Emirates?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in United Arab Emirates Dirham with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Does First Abu Dhabi Bank PJSC have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 69 SWIFT/BIC codes for First Abu Dhabi Bank PJSC in United Arab Emirates, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of First Abu Dhabi Bank PJSC.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.