SWIFT/BIC code NBADAEAAQFA
NBADAEAAQFA belongs to First Abu Dhabi Bank PJSC in Fujairah, United Arab Emirates.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NBADAEAAQFA |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NBADAEAA |
| Branch code | QFA |
| Bank | First Abu Dhabi Bank PJSC |
| Branch | Qidfa Branch |
| City | Fujairah |
| Country | United Arab Emirates |
The way the First Abu Dhabi Bank PJSC SWIFT/BIC is built up
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.
- QFA 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code NBADAEAAQFA?
NBADAEAAQFA identifies Qidfa Branch, a unit of First Abu Dhabi Bank PJSC in Fujairah, United Arab Emirates. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I enter NBADAEAAQFA incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check NBADAEAAQFA with the recipient before you confirm.
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, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often faster than a bank.
What is the cheapest way to send money to First Abu Dhabi Bank PJSC?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in United Arab Emirates Dirham with transfer services before you send.
What do the letters in NBADAEAAQFA 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 location code and QFA is the code of the department Qidfa Branch.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at First Abu Dhabi Bank PJSC?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code NBADAEAAQFA, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. United Arab Emirates uses international SWIFT transfers, 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.