SWIFT/BIC code YECOYESAXXX
YECOYESAXXX belongs to Yemen Commercial Bank in Sanaa, Yemen.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | YECOYESAXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | YECOYESA |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Yemen Commercial Bank |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Sanaa |
| Country | Yemen |
The way the Yemen Commercial Bank SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- YECO 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
What bank is behind BIC YECOYESAXXX?
YECOYESAXXX identifies the headquarters of Yemen Commercial Bank in Sanaa, Yemen. Use it when a payment to Yemen Commercial Bank does not need a specific branch.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Yemen Commercial Bank?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code YECOYESAXXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Yemen uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
What do the letters in YECOYESAXXX stand for?
YECO is the bank code of Yemen Commercial Bank, YE stands for Yemen, SA is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the head office.
What happens if I use YECOYESAXXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check YECOYESAXXX with the recipient before you confirm.
How long does it take to send money to Yemen Commercial Bank in Yemen?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
Does Yemen Commercial Bank use a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – YECOYESAXXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code we have for Yemen Commercial Bank in Yemen, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.