Bank SWIFT code
Saudi National Bank (SNB)
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia · BIC NCBKSAJA
SWIFT / BIC
NCBKSAJA
Bank code
NCBK
Country
SA
Location
JA
Branch
XXX (primary office)
Head office city
Riyadh
BIC length
8 characters (primary office)
What each part of NCBKSAJA means
A SWIFT/BIC code is read left to right in four blocks.
NCBK
Bank code
4 letters — the institution (here, the bank prefix)
SA
Country code
2 letters — ISO 3166 country
JA
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 NCBKSAJA as the receiver bank SWIFT/BIC code when initiating an international wire transfer to Saudi National Bank (SNB). Combine it with the recipient's account number (or Saudi Arabia IBAN) and full name. Double-check the code with Saudi National Bank (SNB) or the recipient before sending — branch-specific BICs can differ from the head-office code.
Saudi National Bank (SNB) SWIFT code FAQ
- What is the SWIFT code for Saudi National Bank (SNB)?
- The SWIFT/BIC code for Saudi National Bank (SNB) is NCBKSAJA, identifying the bank's head office in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Use it as the receiver-bank BIC when initiating an international wire transfer. Saudi Arabia uses IBANs (24 characters), so include the recipient's IBAN.
- Is NCBKSAJA an 8- or 11-character SWIFT code?
- NCBKSAJA 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 Saudi National Bank (SNB)?
- It is shown on bank statements and in online banking, or you can ask Saudi National Bank (SNB) directly. You can also decode NCBKSAJA in the SWIFT/BIC lookup on this site. Always confirm the code with the receiving bank before sending funds.
- What's the difference between NCBKSAJA 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 Saudi National Bank (SNB), 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 Saudi National Bank (SNB) for exact routing before sending funds.