Sending money internationally to or from Algeria requires accurate SWIFT codes. These codes identify each bank and branch, ensuring funds are delivered securely. Below is the complete list of Algeria SWIFT codes for active banks and institutions.
What is a SWIFT Code?
A SWIFT code (also known as BIC – Bank Identifier Code) is a unique code that identifies a bank worldwide. It ensures that payments, especially cross-border transfers, reach the correct financial institution.
- Format:
- First 4 → Bank code (letters)
- Next 2 → Country code (letters)
- Next 2 → Location code (letters/digits)
- Last 3 → Branch code (optional; ‘XXX’ = head office)
Example: BALGDZAL is the SWIFT code for the Bank of Algeria Head Office.
Full List of Algeria SWIFT Codes
| ID | Bank / Institution | City | Branch | SWIFT Code |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Al Salam Bank Algeria | Algiers | – | SALGDZAL |
| 2 | Arab Bank PLC Algeria | Algiers | – | ARABDZAL |
| 3 | Arab Banking Corporation – Algeria | Bir Mourad Rais | – | ABCODZAL |
| 4 | Bank of Algeria | Algiers | – | BALGDZAP |
| 5 | Bank of Algeria | Algiers | Head Office | BALGDZAL |
| 6 | Bank of Algeria | Algiers | Services Bancaires Etrangers | BALGDZALSBE |
| 7 | Banque Al-Baraka d’Algérie | Algiers | – | BRKADZAL |
| 8 | Banque de Développement Local | Algiers | – | BDLODZAL |
| 9 | Banque de l’Agriculture et Développement Rural | Algiers | – | BADRDZAL |
| 10 | Banque du Maghreb Arabe pour l’Investissement et le Commerce | Algiers | – | BMICDZAL |
| 11–122 | Banque Extérieure d’Algérie (BEA) | Multiple cities | Various branches (Adrar, Algiers, Oran, Annaba, Constantine, Tlemcen, etc.) | Codes range from BEXADZAL### to BEXADZALDTD |
| 123–182 | Banque Nationale d’Algérie (BNA) | Multiple cities | Various branches (Algiers, Oran, Constantine, Tizi-Ouzou, Setif, Tlemcen, etc.) | Codes range from BNALDZAL### to BNALDZALXXX |
| 183 | BNP Paribas El Djazair | Algiers | – | BNPADZAL |
| 184 | Caisse Nationale d’Épargne et de Prévoyance – Banque | Algiers | – | EPPRDZAL |
| 185 | Citibank N.A. Algeria | Algiers | – | CITIDZAL |
| 186 | Citibank N.A. Algeria | Algiers | Trade Services Dept | CITIDZALTRD |
| 187 | Crédit Populaire d’Algérie | Algiers | – | CPALDZAL |
| 188 | EPIC Algérie Poste | Bab Ezzouar | – | EPALDZAL |
| 189 | Fransabank El Djazair SPA | Algiers | – | FSBKDZAL |
| 190 | Gulf Bank Algérie | Algiers | – | AGUBDZAL |
| 191 | HSBC Algeria | Algiers | – | HSBCDZAL |
| 192 | Natixis Algérie | Algiers | – | NATXDZAL |
| 193 | Société Générale Algérie | Algiers | – | SOGEDZAL |
| 194 | The Housing Bank for Trade & Finance Algeria | Algiers | – | HBHODZAL |
| 195 | Trust Bank Algeria | Algiers | – | TBALDZAL |
Why SWIFT Codes Matter in Algeria
With Algeria’s strong banking sector, including Banque Extérieure d’Algérie (BEA), Banque Nationale d’Algérie (BNA), and international players like BNP Paribas, HSBC, and Société Générale, SWIFT codes guarantee accurate routing of international transfers.
They are essential for:
- Import and export transactions
- Sending remittances
- Settling corporate accounts
- Paying tuition or business invoices abroad
Final Word
This full list of Algeria SWIFT codes ensures that individuals and businesses can transfer money safely and efficiently. Always confirm the SWIFT code with your bank before making international transfers to avoid errors or delays.
