SWIFT/BIC code QIDBQAQAXXX
QIDBQAQAXXX belongs to Qatar Development Bank in Doha, Qatar.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | QIDBQAQAXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | QIDBQAQA |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Qatar Development Bank |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Doha |
| Country | Qatar |
How the Qatar Development Bank SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- QIDB Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- QA Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- QA 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code QIDBQAQAXXX?
The code QIDBQAQAXXX belongs to the headquarters of Qatar Development Bank in Doha, Qatar. It is the code to use when a payment to Qatar Development Bank does not need a specific branch.
How long does a transfer to Qatar Development Bank take?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 1–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often faster than a bank.
What does each part of QIDBQAQAXXX stand for?
QIDB is the institution code of Qatar Development Bank, QA is the ISO code of Qatar, QA is the code for the city or region and XXX means the head office.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Qatar Development Bank?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code QIDBQAQAXXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Qatar uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
Are QIDBQAQA and QIDBQAQAXXX the same code?
Yes, they are. QIDBQAQA is the 8-character version of QIDBQAQAXXX. XXX simply means head office, so both routes your payment to Qatar Development Bank in Doha.
What happens if I enter QIDBQAQAXXX incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check QIDBQAQAXXX against the details from Qatar Development Bank before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.