SWIFT/BIC code BBKUBHBMREF
BBKUBHBMREF belongs to Bbk in Manama, Bahrain.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BBKUBHBMREF |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BBKUBHBM |
| Branch code | REF |
| Bank | Bbk |
| Branch | Refinery Branch |
| City | Manama |
| Country | Bahrain |
How the Bbk SWIFT/BIC works
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.
- REF 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 BBKUBHBMREF?
BBKUBHBMREF identifies Refinery Branch, a branch or department of Bbk in Manama, Bahrain. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the best way to send money to Bbk?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Bahrain with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
What happens if I enter BBKUBHBMREF with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check BBKUBHBMREF against the details from Bbk before you confirm.
Can I use BBKUBHBM instead of BBKUBHBMREF?
BBKUBHBM is the main office of Bbk, while BBKUBHBMREF points to Refinery Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use BBKUBHBMREF if the recipient asks for it.
How long does it take to send money to Bbk?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 1–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often faster than a bank.
What do the letters in BBKUBHBMREF mean?
BBKU is the bank code of Bbk, BH stands for Bahrain, BM is the code for the city or region and REF identifies the department Refinery Branch.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.