SWIFT/BIC code SHARAEASXXX
SHARAEASXXX belongs to Bank of Sharjah, The in Sharjah, United Arab Emirates.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SHARAEASXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SHARAEAS |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Bank of Sharjah, The |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Sharjah |
| Country | United Arab Emirates |
The way the Bank of Sharjah, The SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- SHAR Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- AE Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- AS 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
What bank is behind SWIFT/BIC code SHARAEASXXX?
SHARAEASXXX identifies the main office of Bank of Sharjah, The in Sharjah, United Arab Emirates. Use it when a payment to Bank of Sharjah, The does not need a specific branch.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Bank of Sharjah, The in United Arab Emirates?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in United Arab Emirates Dirham with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What happens if I enter SHARAEASXXX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check SHARAEASXXX with the recipient before you confirm.
Is SHARAEAS and SHARAEASXXX the same code?
Yes, they are. SHARAEAS is the short version of SHARAEASXXX. XXX simply means head office, so both routes your payment to Bank of Sharjah, The in Sharjah.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Bank of Sharjah, The?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code SHARAEASXXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. United Arab Emirates uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
What does each part of SHARAEASXXX mean?
SHAR is the institution code of Bank of Sharjah, The, AE stands for United Arab Emirates, AS is the code for the city or region and XXX means the head office.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.