SWIFT/BIC code NBADAEABXXX
NBADAEABXXX belongs to First Abu Dhabi Bank PJSC in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NBADAEABXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NBADAEAB |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | First Abu Dhabi Bank PJSC |
| Branch | Head office |
| 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).
- AB 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 BIC NBADAEABXXX?
NBADAEABXXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the main office of First Abu Dhabi Bank PJSC in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. It is the code to use when a payment to First Abu Dhabi Bank PJSC does not need a specific branch.
What happens if I use NBADAEABXXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check NBADAEABXXX against the details from First Abu Dhabi Bank PJSC before sending.
What does each part of NBADAEABXXX mean?
NBAD is the institution code of First Abu Dhabi Bank PJSC, AE is the ISO code of United Arab Emirates, AB is the location code and XXX marks the main office.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at First Abu Dhabi Bank PJSC?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code NBADAEABXXX, 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.
Is NBADAEAB and NBADAEABXXX the same code?
Yes. NBADAEAB is the 8-character version of NBADAEABXXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so either version will reach First Abu Dhabi Bank PJSC in Abu Dhabi.
How long does it take to send money to First Abu Dhabi Bank PJSC in United Arab Emirates?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 2–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.