SWIFT/BIC code SAMBQAQAXXX
SAMBQAQAXXX belongs to Samba Financial Group in Doha, Qatar.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SAMBQAQAXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SAMBQAQA |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Samba Financial Group |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Doha |
| Country | Qatar |
The way the Samba Financial Group SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- SAMB 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 institution uses BIC SAMBQAQAXXX?
SAMBQAQAXXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the main office of Samba Financial Group in Doha, Qatar. It is the code to use when a payment to Samba Financial Group does not need a specific branch.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Samba Financial Group?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code SAMBQAQAXXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Qatar uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
What does each part of SAMBQAQAXXX stand for?
SAMB is the bank code of Samba Financial Group, QA stands for Qatar, QA is the location code and XXX marks the head office.
How long does it take to send money to Samba Financial Group in Qatar?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 1–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
Are SAMBQAQA and SAMBQAQAXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. SAMBQAQA is the 8-character version of SAMBQAQAXXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so either version routes your payment to Samba Financial Group in Doha.
What happens if I use SAMBQAQAXXX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check SAMBQAQAXXX against the details from Samba Financial Group before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.