Question 1

What is the SWIFT code for Central Bank of the UAE?

Accepted Answer

The SWIFT/BIC code for Central Bank of the UAE is CBAUAEAA. This 8-character code identifies the bank in international wire transfers and is registered with SWIFT (Society for Worldwide Interbank Financial Telecommunication).

Question 2

How do I send an international wire transfer to Central Bank of the UAE?

Accepted Answer

To send money internationally to Central Bank of the UAE, provide your bank with the SWIFT/BIC code CBAUAEAA (Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates) along with the recipient's full IBAN. Your bank will route the transfer via the SWIFT network.

Question 3

Is Central Bank of the UAE a SEPA member?

Accepted Answer

No, Central Bank of the UAE is not a SEPA member. All international transfers to this bank must be sent as SWIFT wire transfers using BIC code CBAUAEAA.

Question 4

What does the BIC code CBAUAEAA mean?

Accepted Answer

In the BIC code CBAUAEAA: "CBAU" is the institution code identifying Central Bank of the UAE, "AE" is the ISO 3166-1 country code for United Arab Emirates, and "AA" is the location code indicating the bank's city or timezone zone.

CBAUAEAA

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