SWIFT/BIC code BIEEBHB1XXX
BIEEBHB1XXX belongs to Bahrain India International Exchange Co .b.s.c in Manama, Bahrain.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BIEEBHB1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BIEEBHB1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Bahrain India International Exchange Co .b.s.c |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Manama |
| Country | Bahrain |
The way the Bahrain India International Exchange Co .b.s.c SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BIEE Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- BH Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- B1 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 is behind SWIFT/BIC code BIEEBHB1XXX?
The code BIEEBHB1XXX belongs to the main office of Bahrain India International Exchange Co .b.s.c in Manama, Bahrain. Use it when a payment to Bahrain India International Exchange Co .b.s.c does not need a specific branch.
What does each part of BIEEBHB1XXX stand for?
BIEE is the bank code of Bahrain India International Exchange Co .b.s.c, BH stands for Bahrain, B1 is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the head office.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Bahrain India International Exchange Co .b.s.c?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code BIEEBHB1XXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Bahrain uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Bahrain India International Exchange Co .b.s.c in Bahrain?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Bahrain with specialist providers before you send.
How long does a transfer to Bahrain India International Exchange Co .b.s.c take in Bahrain?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often faster than a bank.
Is BIEEBHB1 and BIEEBHB1XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. BIEEBHB1 is the short version of BIEEBHB1XXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so both routes your payment to Bahrain India International Exchange Co .b.s.c in Manama.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.