SWIFT/BIC code BDBBBHBMXXX
BDBBBHBMXXX belongs to Bahrain Development Bank B S C (C) in Manama, Bahrain.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BDBBBHBMXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BDBBBHBM |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Bahrain Development Bank B S C (C) |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Manama |
| Country | Bahrain |
The way the Bahrain Development Bank B S C (C) SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BDBB 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
Which institution uses BIC BDBBBHBMXXX?
The code BDBBBHBMXXX belongs to the headquarters of Bahrain Development Bank B S C (C) in Manama, Bahrain. Use it when you send money to an account at Bahrain Development Bank B S C (C).
How long does it take to send money to Bahrain Development Bank B S C (C) in Bahrain?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
Is BDBBBHBM and BDBBBHBMXXX the same code?
Yes, they are. BDBBBHBM is the short version of BDBBBHBMXXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so both routes your payment to Bahrain Development Bank B S C (C) in Manama.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Bahrain Development Bank B S C (C)?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code BDBBBHBMXXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Bahrain is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
What do the letters in BDBBBHBMXXX stand for?
BDBB is the institution code of Bahrain Development Bank B S C (C), BH is the ISO code of Bahrain, BM is the code for the city or region and XXX means the head office.
What happens if I enter BDBBBHBMXXX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check BDBBBHBMXXX with the recipient before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.