SWIFT/BIC code ALUBBHBMXXX
ALUBBHBMXXX belongs to Alubaf Arab International Bank B.s.c. (C) in Manama, Bahrain.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ALUBBHBMXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ALUBBHBM |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Alubaf Arab International Bank B.s.c. (C) |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Manama |
| Country | Bahrain |
The way the Alubaf Arab International Bank B.s.c. (C) SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- ALUB 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
Which institution is behind SWIFT code ALUBBHBMXXX?
ALUBBHBMXXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the main office of Alubaf Arab International Bank B.s.c. (C) in Manama, Bahrain. Use it when you send money to an account at Alubaf Arab International Bank B.s.c. (C).
What happens if I use ALUBBHBMXXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check ALUBBHBMXXX against the details from Alubaf Arab International Bank B.s.c. (C) before you confirm.
Does Alubaf Arab International Bank B.s.c. (C) have a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, ALUBBHBMXXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code listed for Alubaf Arab International Bank B.s.c. (C) in Bahrain, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
What is the best way to send money to Alubaf Arab International Bank B.s.c. (C) in Bahrain?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Bahrain with transfer services before you send.
Is ALUBBHBM and ALUBBHBMXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. ALUBBHBM is the 8-character version of ALUBBHBMXXX. XXX simply means head office, so either version will reach Alubaf Arab International Bank B.s.c. (C) in Manama.
How long does a transfer to Alubaf Arab International Bank B.s.c. (C) take?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often faster than a bank.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.