Bank SWIFT code
First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB)
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates · BIC NBADAEAA
SWIFT / BIC
NBADAEAA
Bank code
NBAD
Country
AE
Location
AA
Branch
XXX (primary office)
Head office city
Abu Dhabi
BIC length
8 characters (primary office)
What each part of NBADAEAA means
A SWIFT/BIC code is read left to right in four blocks.
NBAD
Bank code
4 letters — the institution (here, the bank prefix)
AE
Country code
2 letters — ISO 3166 country
AA
Location code
2 characters — city/region; a digit often means a test code
XXX
Branch code
3 characters — XXX marks the primary office
How to use this SWIFT code
Use NBADAEAA as the receiver bank SWIFT/BIC code when initiating an international wire transfer to First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB). Combine it with the recipient's account number (or United Arab Emirates IBAN) and full name. Double-check the code with First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB) or the recipient before sending — branch-specific BICs can differ from the head-office code.
First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB) SWIFT code FAQ
- What is the SWIFT code for First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB)?
- The SWIFT/BIC code for First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB) is NBADAEAA, identifying the bank's head office in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. Use it as the receiver-bank BIC when initiating an international wire transfer. United Arab Emirates uses IBANs (23 characters), so include the recipient's IBAN.
- Is NBADAEAA an 8- or 11-character SWIFT code?
- NBADAEAA is an 8-character BIC — the bank's primary (head-office) code. An 11-character form would append a branch code (often XXX for the primary office).
- Where do I find the SWIFT code for First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB)?
- It is shown on bank statements and in online banking, or you can ask First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB) directly. You can also decode NBADAEAA in the SWIFT/BIC lookup on this site. Always confirm the code with the receiving bank before sending funds.
- What's the difference between NBADAEAA and a routing number?
- A SWIFT/BIC code identifies a bank for cross-border payments, while a routing number (ABA) is used for domestic US transfers. For an international wire to First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB), you need the SWIFT code; for a domestic US transfer you need the routing number.
⚠️ BIC data reflects the head-office code from public bank disclosures. Branch-specific SWIFT codes may differ — confirm with First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB) for exact routing before sending funds.