SWIFT/BIC code BBKUBHBMEXH
BBKUBHBMEXH belongs to Bbk in Manama, Bahrain.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BBKUBHBMEXH |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BBKUBHBM |
| Branch code | EXH |
| Bank | Bbk |
| Branch | Exhibition Branch |
| City | Manama |
| Country | Bahrain |
How the Bbk SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BBKU 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.
- EXH 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 bank is behind SWIFT/BIC code BBKUBHBMEXH?
BBKUBHBMEXH is the SWIFT/BIC code of Exhibition Branch, a branch or department of Bbk in Manama, Bahrain. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What do the letters in BBKUBHBMEXH mean?
BBKU is the bank code of Bbk, BH stands for Bahrain, BM is the location code and EXH is the code of the branch Exhibition Branch.
What happens if I use BBKUBHBMEXH incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check BBKUBHBMEXH against the details from Bbk before you confirm.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Bbk?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code BBKUBHBMEXH, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Bahrain is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
What is the best way to send money to Bbk?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Bahrain with specialist providers before you send.
Can I use BBKUBHBM instead of BBKUBHBMEXH?
BBKUBHBM is the head office of Bbk, while BBKUBHBMEXH is Exhibition Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use BBKUBHBMEXH if the recipient asks for it.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.