SWIFT/BIC code BBKUBHBMMBR
BBKUBHBMMBR belongs to Bbk in Manama, Bahrain.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BBKUBHBMMBR |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BBKUBHBM |
| Branch code | MBR |
| Bank | Bbk |
| Branch | Main Branch |
| 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.
- MBR 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 uses BIC BBKUBHBMMBR?
BBKUBHBMMBR identifies Main Branch, a branch or department of Bbk in Manama, Bahrain. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
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.
What do the letters in BBKUBHBMMBR stand for?
BBKU is the bank code of Bbk, BH is the ISO code of Bahrain, BM is the code for the city or region and MBR identifies the branch Main Branch.
Can I use BBKUBHBM instead of BBKUBHBMMBR?
BBKUBHBM is the main office of Bbk, while BBKUBHBMMBR is Main Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use BBKUBHBMMBR if the recipient asks for it.
How long does it take to send money to Bbk in Bahrain?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Bbk?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Bahrain with specialist providers before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.