SWIFT/BIC code SAMBSARIRFX
SAMBSARIRFX belongs to Samba Financial Group in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SAMBSARIRFX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SAMBSARI |
| Branch code | RFX |
| Bank | Samba Financial Group |
| Branch | Riyadh Branch |
| City | Riyadh |
| Country | Saudi Arabia |
How 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.
- SA Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- RI Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- RFX 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
What bank uses BIC SAMBSARIRFX?
SAMBSARIRFX is the SWIFT/BIC code of Riyadh Branch, a branch or department of Samba Financial Group in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I enter SAMBSARIRFX incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check SAMBSARIRFX against the details from Samba Financial Group before you confirm.
What do I need to send money to an account at Samba Financial Group?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code SAMBSARIRFX, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Saudi Arabia uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
What is the best way to send money to Samba Financial Group?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Saudi Arabia with specialist providers before you send.
Can I use SAMBSARI instead of SAMBSARIRFX?
SAMBSARI points to the head office of Samba Financial Group, while SAMBSARIRFX points to Riyadh Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use SAMBSARIRFX if the recipient asks for it.
How long does it take to send money to Samba Financial Group?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 2–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.