SWIFT/BIC code BBKUBHBMHTN
BBKUBHBMHTN belongs to Bbk in Manama, Bahrain.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BBKUBHBMHTN |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BBKUBHBM |
| Branch code | HTN |
| Bank | Bbk |
| Branch | Hamad Town |
| City | Manama |
| Country | Bahrain |
How the Bbk SWIFT/BIC is structured
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.
- HTN 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 BIC BBKUBHBMHTN?
The code BBKUBHBMHTN belongs to Hamad Town, a branch or department of Bbk in Manama, Bahrain. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use BBKUBHBM instead of BBKUBHBMHTN?
BBKUBHBM points to the main office of Bbk, while BBKUBHBMHTN points to Hamad Town. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use BBKUBHBMHTN if the recipient asks for it.
How long does a transfer to Bbk take in Bahrain?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often faster than a bank.
What do the letters in BBKUBHBMHTN stand for?
BBKU is the bank code of Bbk, BH stands for Bahrain, BM is the location code and HTN identifies the department Hamad Town.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Bbk?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code BBKUBHBMHTN, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Bahrain is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
Has Bbk got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 24 SWIFT/BIC codes for Bbk in Bahrain, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.