SWIFT/BIC code BBKUBHBMXXX
BBKUBHBMXXX belongs to Bbk in Manama, Bahrain.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BBKUBHBMXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BBKUBHBM |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Bbk |
| Branch | Head office |
| 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.
- XXX 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
What bank is behind BIC BBKUBHBMXXX?
BBKUBHBMXXX identifies the head office of Bbk in Manama, Bahrain. Use it when you send money to an account at Bbk.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Bbk?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code BBKUBHBMXXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Bahrain uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
What does each part of BBKUBHBMXXX stand for?
BBKU is the institution code of Bbk, BH stands for Bahrain, BM is the location code and XXX means the head office.
What is the best way to send money to Bbk in Bahrain?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Bahrain with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
How long does it take to send money to Bbk?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 2–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
Does Bbk have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 24 SWIFT/BIC codes for Bbk in Bahrain, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of Bbk.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.