SWIFT/BIC code APICBHBMBH2
APICBHBMBH2 belongs to Arab Petroleum Investments Corporation in Manama, Bahrain.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | APICBHBMBH2 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | APICBHBM |
| Branch code | BH2 |
| Bank | Arab Petroleum Investments Corporation |
| Branch | Apicorp Bahrain Project |
| City | Manama |
| Country | Bahrain |
The way the Arab Petroleum Investments Corporation SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- APIC 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.
- BH2 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 is behind BIC APICBHBMBH2?
The code APICBHBMBH2 belongs to Apicorp Bahrain Project, a unit of Arab Petroleum Investments Corporation in Manama, Bahrain. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
How long does it take to send money to Arab Petroleum Investments Corporation?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often faster than a bank.
What do I need to send money to an account at Arab Petroleum Investments Corporation?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code APICBHBMBH2, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Bahrain uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Arab Petroleum Investments Corporation?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Bahrain with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Can I use APICBHBM instead of APICBHBMBH2?
APICBHBM is the head office of Arab Petroleum Investments Corporation, while APICBHBMBH2 is Apicorp Bahrain Project. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention APICBHBMBH2.
What happens if I use APICBHBMBH2 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check APICBHBMBH2 with the recipient before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.