SWIFT/BIC code ABCOBHBMXXX
ABCOBHBMXXX belongs to Arab Banking Corporation (B.s.c.) in Manama, Bahrain.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ABCOBHBMXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ABCOBHBM |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Arab Banking Corporation (B.s.c.) |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Manama |
| Country | Bahrain |
How the Arab Banking Corporation (B.s.c.) SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- ABCO Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- BH Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- BM Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- XXX Branch code
- 3 characters for a specific branch. XXX means the head office.
Check before you send
- Ask the recipient which bank and branch the account is held at.
- Use the head office code (XXX) when no branch is specified.
- Make sure the country in the code matches the country of the account.
Frequently asked questions
What bank uses BIC ABCOBHBMXXX?
The code ABCOBHBMXXX belongs to the head office of Arab Banking Corporation (B.s.c.) in Manama, Bahrain. Use it when a payment to Arab Banking Corporation (B.s.c.) does not need a specific branch.
How long does it take to send money to Arab Banking Corporation (B.s.c.) in Bahrain?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 1–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
What do I need to send money to an account at Arab Banking Corporation (B.s.c.)?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code ABCOBHBMXXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Bahrain uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
What do the letters in ABCOBHBMXXX mean?
ABCO is the institution code of Arab Banking Corporation (B.s.c.), BH stands for Bahrain, BM is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the main office.
Is ABCOBHBM and ABCOBHBMXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. ABCOBHBM is the short version of ABCOBHBMXXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so both will reach Arab Banking Corporation (B.s.c.) in Manama.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Arab Banking Corporation (B.s.c.)?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Bahrain with specialist providers before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.