SWIFT/BIC code ARABBHBMMAN
ARABBHBMMAN belongs to Arab Bank PLC in Manama, Bahrain.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ARABBHBMMAN |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ARABBHBM |
| Branch code | MAN |
| Bank | Arab Bank PLC |
| Branch | Commercial Branch |
| City | Manama |
| Country | Bahrain |
How the Arab Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- ARAB 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.
- MAN 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 branch is behind SWIFT/BIC code ARABBHBMMAN?
The code ARABBHBMMAN belongs to Commercial Branch, part of Arab Bank PLC in Manama, Bahrain. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Can I use ARABBHBM instead of ARABBHBMMAN?
ARABBHBM is the main office of Arab Bank PLC, while ARABBHBMMAN is Commercial Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use ARABBHBMMAN if the recipient asks for it.
What happens if I use ARABBHBMMAN incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check ARABBHBMMAN against the details from Arab Bank PLC before you confirm.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Arab Bank PLC?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Bahrain with specialist providers before you send.
Does Arab Bank PLC have only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – ARABBHBMMAN is the single SWIFT/BIC code listed for Arab Bank PLC in Bahrain, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Arab Bank PLC?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code ARABBHBMMAN, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Bahrain uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.