SWIFT/BIC code QNBASARIXXX
QNBASARIXXX belongs to Qatar National Bank in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | QNBASARIXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | QNBASARI |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Qatar National Bank |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Riyadh |
| Country | Saudi Arabia |
How the Qatar National Bank SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- QNBA Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- SA Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- RI 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 institution is behind SWIFT/BIC code QNBASARIXXX?
QNBASARIXXX identifies the headquarters of Qatar National Bank in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Use it when a payment to Qatar National Bank does not need a specific branch.
Does Qatar National Bank have only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – QNBASARIXXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code listed for Qatar National Bank in Saudi Arabia, so there is no branch code to choose.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Qatar National Bank in Saudi Arabia?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Saudi Arabia with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
What does each part of QNBASARIXXX mean?
QNBA is the institution code of Qatar National Bank, SA stands for Saudi Arabia, RI is the location code and XXX means the main office.
What do I need to send money to an account at Qatar National Bank?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code QNBASARIXXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Saudi Arabia is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
Is QNBASARI and QNBASARIXXX the same code?
Yes. QNBASARI is the 8-character version of QNBASARIXXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so either version routes your payment to Qatar National Bank in Riyadh.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.