SWIFT / BIC Code
ARABGB2L
Arab Bank Europe PLC
ARABGB2L is the BIC (SWIFT code) of ARAB BANK EUROPE PLC, registered in London. Its IBANs are 22 characters long. The bank receives SEPA Instant transfers.
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BIC Breakdown
ARAB: institution identifier (4 letters)
GB: country code per ISO 3166-1
2L: location code (city / timezone)
Bank Details
Payments it can receive
Arab Bank Europe PLC's participation in the European payment schemes, from the EPC register of participants.
Part of Arab Bank
Arab Bank Europe PLC is registered in United Kingdom but belongs to Arab Bank, a banking group based in Jordan.
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IBAN format for 🇬🇧 United Kingdom
United Kingdom IBANs are 22 characters long.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the SWIFT code for Arab Bank Europe PLC?
ARABGB2L. Written with the head-office branch code it is ARABGB2LXXX; both forms reach the same bank. A euro transfer within SEPA needs only the IBAN.
What does ARABGB2L mean?
"ARAB" identifies Arab Bank Europe PLC, "GB" is the country code for United Kingdom, "2L" is the location code.
How long are Arab Bank Europe PLC IBANs?
22 characters, like every IBAN from United Kingdom: the country code GB, two check digits, the bank code (4 letters), the sort code (6 digits) and the account number (8 digits).
Can I send an instant transfer to Arab Bank Europe PLC?
Yes. The European Payments Council lists Arab Bank Europe PLC in SEPA Instant Credit Transfer since 9 March 2026, so an instant euro transfer from a participating bank reaches its accounts in seconds.
Where is Arab Bank Europe PLC's registered office?
35 Park Lane, Mayfair, W1K 1RB London, according to GLEIF. The European Payments Council lists 35 Park Lane, Mayfair, London as its address.
Who owns Arab Bank Europe PLC?
Arab Bank Europe PLC is owned by Arab Bank, a banking group based in Jordan. Arab Bank Europe PLC is registered in United Kingdom as a local entity, while its ultimate ownership sits with the parent group in Jordan.