SWIFT/BIC code SAFKPS22XXX
SAFKPS22XXX belongs to Safa Bank in Ramallah, Palestinian Territories.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SAFKPS22XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SAFKPS22 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Safa Bank |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Ramallah |
| Country | Palestinian Territories |
How the Safa Bank SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- SAFK Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- PS Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 22 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 SAFKPS22XXX?
SAFKPS22XXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the headquarters of Safa Bank in Ramallah, Palestinian Territories. It is the code to use when a payment to Safa Bank does not need a specific branch.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Safa Bank?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code SAFKPS22XXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Palestinian Territories is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
What does each part of SAFKPS22XXX mean?
SAFK is the institution code of Safa Bank, PS stands for Palestinian Territories, 22 is the code for the city or region and XXX means the main office.
What happens if I enter SAFKPS22XXX incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check SAFKPS22XXX against the details from Safa Bank before you confirm.
How long does it take to send money to Safa Bank in Palestinian Territories?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often faster than a bank.
What is the best way to send money to Safa Bank?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Palestinian Territories with transfer services 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.