SWIFT/BIC code NBADAEAAKHB
NBADAEAAKHB belongs to First Abu Dhabi Bank PJSC in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NBADAEAAKHB |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NBADAEAA |
| Branch code | KHB |
| Bank | First Abu Dhabi Bank PJSC |
| Branch | Khailidiya Branch |
| City | Abu Dhabi |
| Country | United Arab Emirates |
How 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.
- KHB 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 branch is behind SWIFT/BIC code NBADAEAAKHB?
The code NBADAEAAKHB belongs to Khailidiya Branch, a unit of First Abu Dhabi Bank PJSC in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
How long does it take to send money to First Abu Dhabi Bank PJSC in United Arab Emirates?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 1–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at First Abu Dhabi Bank PJSC?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code NBADAEAAKHB, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. United Arab Emirates is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
What happens if I enter NBADAEAAKHB with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check NBADAEAAKHB with the recipient before sending.
Can I use NBADAEAA instead of NBADAEAAKHB?
NBADAEAA points to the main office of First Abu Dhabi Bank PJSC, while NBADAEAAKHB points to Khailidiya Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use NBADAEAAKHB if the recipient asks for it.
What do the letters in NBADAEAAKHB stand for?
NBAD is the bank code of First Abu Dhabi Bank PJSC, AE is the ISO code of United Arab Emirates, AA is the code for the city or region and KHB identifies the department Khailidiya Branch.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.