SWIFT/BIC code BBMEBHBXOBU
BBMEBHBXOBU belongs to HSBC Bank Middle East Limited in Muharraq, Bahrain.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BBMEBHBXOBU |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BBMEBHBX |
| Branch code | OBU |
| Bank | HSBC Bank Middle East Limited |
| Branch | Offshore Banking Unit |
| City | Muharraq |
| Country | Bahrain |
How the HSBC Bank Middle East Limited SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BBME Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- BH Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- BX Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- OBU 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 BBMEBHBXOBU?
The code BBMEBHBXOBU belongs to Offshore Banking Unit, a unit of HSBC Bank Middle East Limited in Muharraq, Bahrain. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What does each part of BBMEBHBXOBU mean?
BBME is the bank code of HSBC Bank Middle East Limited, BH stands for Bahrain, BX is the location code and OBU is the code of the department Offshore Banking Unit.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at HSBC Bank Middle East Limited?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code BBMEBHBXOBU, 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 happens if I use BBMEBHBXOBU incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check BBMEBHBXOBU with the recipient before sending.
How long does a transfer to HSBC Bank Middle East Limited take in Bahrain?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 1–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
Can I use BBMEBHBX instead of BBMEBHBXOBU?
BBMEBHBX is the head office of HSBC Bank Middle East Limited, while BBMEBHBXOBU points to Offshore Banking Unit. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BBMEBHBXOBU.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.