SWIFT/BIC code RAFBYES1XXX
RAFBYES1XXX belongs to Rafidain Bank in Sanaa, Yemen.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | RAFBYES1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | RAFBYES1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Rafidain Bank |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Sanaa |
| Country | Yemen |
The way the Rafidain Bank SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- RAFB Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- YE Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- S1 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code RAFBYES1XXX?
RAFBYES1XXX identifies the headquarters of Rafidain Bank in Sanaa, Yemen. It is the code to use when a payment to Rafidain Bank does not need a specific branch.
What do the letters in RAFBYES1XXX mean?
RAFB is the institution code of Rafidain Bank, YE stands for Yemen, S1 is the location code and XXX means the head office.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Rafidain Bank?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code RAFBYES1XXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Yemen is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
How long does a transfer to Rafidain Bank take in Yemen?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 1–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
What happens if I enter RAFBYES1XXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check RAFBYES1XXX against the details from Rafidain Bank before sending.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Rafidain Bank?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Yemen with specialist providers 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.