SWIFT/BIC code SJBLBDDHOBU
SJBLBDDHOBU belongs to Shahjalal Islami Bank Limited in Dhaka, Bangladesh.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SJBLBDDHOBU |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SJBLBDDH |
| Branch code | OBU |
| Bank | Shahjalal Islami Bank Limited |
| Branch | Offshore Banking Unit |
| City | Dhaka |
| Country | Bangladesh |
The way the Shahjalal Islami Bank Limited SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- SJBL Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- BD Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- DH Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- OBU 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 code SJBLBDDHOBU?
The code SJBLBDDHOBU belongs to Offshore Banking Unit, a unit of Shahjalal Islami Bank Limited in Dhaka, Bangladesh. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Can I use SJBLBDDH instead of SJBLBDDHOBU?
SJBLBDDH points to the main office of Shahjalal Islami Bank Limited, while SJBLBDDHOBU is Offshore Banking Unit. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention SJBLBDDHOBU.
How long does it take to send money to Shahjalal Islami Bank Limited?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
What happens if I enter SJBLBDDHOBU with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check SJBLBDDHOBU with the recipient before you confirm.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Shahjalal Islami Bank Limited?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code SJBLBDDHOBU, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Bangladesh uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
Has Shahjalal Islami Bank Limited got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 24 SWIFT/BIC codes for Shahjalal Islami Bank Limited in Bangladesh, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.