SWIFT/BIC code BNPABHBCXXX
BNPABHBCXXX belongs to BNP Paribas Manama, Full Commercial Branch (Fcb) in Manama, Bahrain.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BNPABHBCXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BNPABHBC |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | BNP Paribas Manama, Full Commercial Branch (Fcb) |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Manama |
| Country | Bahrain |
How the BNP Paribas Manama, Full Commercial Branch (Fcb) SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BNPA Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- BH Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- BC 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 bank is behind BIC BNPABHBCXXX?
BNPABHBCXXX identifies the headquarters of BNP Paribas Manama, Full Commercial Branch (Fcb) in Manama, Bahrain. It is the code to use when a payment to BNP Paribas Manama, Full Commercial Branch (Fcb) does not need a specific branch.
How long does it take to send money to BNP Paribas Manama, Full Commercial Branch (Fcb) in Bahrain?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 1–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at BNP Paribas Manama, Full Commercial Branch (Fcb)?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code BNPABHBCXXX, 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 do the letters in BNPABHBCXXX mean?
BNPA is the institution code of BNP Paribas Manama, Full Commercial Branch (Fcb), BH is the ISO code of Bahrain, BC is the location code and XXX means the head office.
What happens if I enter BNPABHBCXXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check BNPABHBCXXX against the details from BNP Paribas Manama, Full Commercial Branch (Fcb) before you confirm.
What is the cheapest way to send money to BNP Paribas Manama, Full Commercial Branch (Fcb)?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check 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.