SWIFT/BIC code BHBNBHBMXXX
BHBNBHBMXXX belongs to Bahrain Bourse in Manama, Bahrain.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BHBNBHBMXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BHBNBHBM |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Bahrain Bourse |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Manama |
| Country | Bahrain |
The way the Bahrain Bourse SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BHBN 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 BHBNBHBMXXX?
The code BHBNBHBMXXX belongs to the headquarters of Bahrain Bourse in Manama, Bahrain. Use it when you send money to an account at Bahrain Bourse.
Does Bahrain Bourse use a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, BHBNBHBMXXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code listed for Bahrain Bourse in Bahrain, so there is no branch code to choose.
What happens if I use BHBNBHBMXXX incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check BHBNBHBMXXX with the recipient before sending.
What do the letters in BHBNBHBMXXX stand for?
BHBN is the bank code of Bahrain Bourse, BH is the ISO code of Bahrain, BM is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the head office.
What do I need to send money to an account at Bahrain Bourse?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code BHBNBHBMXXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Bahrain is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Bahrain Bourse?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Bahrain with transfer services before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.