SWIFT/BIC code SBYBYESAXXX
SBYBYESAXXX belongs to Shamil Bank of Yemen and Bahrain in Sanaa, Yemen.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SBYBYESAXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SBYBYESA |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Shamil Bank of Yemen and Bahrain |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Sanaa |
| Country | Yemen |
The way the Shamil Bank of Yemen and Bahrain SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- SBYB Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- YE Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- SA 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 BIC SBYBYESAXXX?
The code SBYBYESAXXX belongs to the head office of Shamil Bank of Yemen and Bahrain in Sanaa, Yemen. It is the code to use when a payment to Shamil Bank of Yemen and Bahrain does not need a specific branch.
Does Shamil Bank of Yemen and Bahrain use only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – SBYBYESAXXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code we have for Shamil Bank of Yemen and Bahrain in Yemen, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
What happens if I enter SBYBYESAXXX incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check SBYBYESAXXX with the recipient before you confirm.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Shamil Bank of Yemen and Bahrain in Yemen?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Yemen with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
How long does it take to send money to Shamil Bank of Yemen and Bahrain in Yemen?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 1–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
Are SBYBYESA and SBYBYESAXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. SBYBYESA is the 8-character version of SBYBYESAXXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so both will reach Shamil Bank of Yemen and Bahrain in Sanaa.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.