SWIFT/BIC code NBADAEAAXXX
NBADAEAAXXX belongs to First Abu Dhabi Bank PJSC in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NBADAEAAXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NBADAEAA |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | First Abu Dhabi Bank PJSC |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Abu Dhabi |
| Country | United Arab Emirates |
How the First Abu Dhabi Bank PJSC SWIFT/BIC is structured
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.
- 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 bank is behind SWIFT/BIC code NBADAEAAXXX?
NBADAEAAXXX identifies the headquarters of First Abu Dhabi Bank PJSC in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at First Abu Dhabi Bank PJSC.
What do the letters in NBADAEAAXXX 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 XXX marks the main office.
What do I need to send money to an account at First Abu Dhabi Bank PJSC?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code NBADAEAAXXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. United Arab Emirates is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
How long does a transfer to First Abu Dhabi Bank PJSC take in United Arab Emirates?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 1–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often faster than a bank.
What happens if I enter NBADAEAAXXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check NBADAEAAXXX against the details from First Abu Dhabi Bank PJSC before sending.
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. Check the amount that arrives in United Arab Emirates Dirham with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.