SWIFT/BIC code BBKUBHBMREC
BBKUBHBMREC belongs to Bbk in Manama, Bahrain.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BBKUBHBMREC |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BBKUBHBM |
| Branch code | REC |
| Bank | Bbk |
| Branch | Reconciliation |
| City | Manama |
| Country | Bahrain |
The way 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.
- REC 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 SWIFT/BIC code BBKUBHBMREC?
BBKUBHBMREC is the SWIFT/BIC code of Reconciliation, a unit of Bbk in Manama, Bahrain. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
How long does it take to send money to Bbk in Bahrain?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 1–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Bbk in Bahrain?
Many banks 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.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Bbk?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code BBKUBHBMREC, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Bahrain uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
Can I use BBKUBHBM instead of BBKUBHBMREC?
BBKUBHBM points to the main office of Bbk, while BBKUBHBMREC is Reconciliation. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BBKUBHBMREC.
What does each part of BBKUBHBMREC mean?
BBKU is the bank code of Bbk, BH is the ISO code of Bahrain, BM is the location code and REC identifies the branch Reconciliation.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.