SWIFT/BIC code BMAGBHBMXXX
BMAGBHBMXXX belongs to Central Bank of Bahrain in Manama, Bahrain.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BMAGBHBMXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BMAGBHBM |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Central Bank of Bahrain |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Manama |
| Country | Bahrain |
How the Central Bank of Bahrain SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BMAG 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 uses SWIFT code BMAGBHBMXXX?
The code BMAGBHBMXXX belongs to the head office of Central Bank of Bahrain in Manama, Bahrain. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Central Bank of Bahrain.
What does each part of BMAGBHBMXXX mean?
BMAG is the bank code of Central Bank of Bahrain, BH stands for Bahrain, BM is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the main office.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Central Bank of Bahrain?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code BMAGBHBMXXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Bahrain uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
What happens if I enter BMAGBHBMXXX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check BMAGBHBMXXX with the recipient before you confirm.
How long does a transfer to Central Bank of Bahrain take?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
Does Central Bank of Bahrain use a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – BMAGBHBMXXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code we have for Central Bank of Bahrain in Bahrain, so there is no branch code to choose.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.