SWIFT/BIC code NRTTIQBAXXX
NRTTIQBAXXX belongs to North Bank in Baghdad, Iraq.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NRTTIQBAXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NRTTIQBA |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | North Bank |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Baghdad |
| Country | Iraq |
How the North Bank SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- NRTT Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- IQ Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- BA 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
What bank is behind SWIFT code NRTTIQBAXXX?
NRTTIQBAXXX identifies the main office of North Bank in Baghdad, Iraq. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at North Bank.
How long does a transfer to North Bank take in Iraq?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 1–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at North Bank?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code NRTTIQBAXXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Iraq is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
What do the letters in NRTTIQBAXXX mean?
NRTT is the institution code of North Bank, IQ is the ISO code of Iraq, BA is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the head office.
What happens if I enter NRTTIQBAXXX incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check NRTTIQBAXXX with the recipient before you confirm.
Are NRTTIQBA and NRTTIQBAXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. NRTTIQBA is the short version of NRTTIQBAXXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so either version will reach North Bank in Baghdad.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.