SWIFT/BIC code BNPABHBWXXX
BNPABHBWXXX belongs to BNP Paribas 3u in Manama, Bahrain.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BNPABHBWXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BNPABHBW |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | BNP Paribas 3u |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Manama |
| Country | Bahrain |
The way the BNP Paribas 3u SWIFT/BIC is built up
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).
- BW 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/BIC code BNPABHBWXXX?
The code BNPABHBWXXX belongs to the headquarters of BNP Paribas 3u in Manama, Bahrain. Use it when you send money to an account at BNP Paribas 3u.
What does each part of BNPABHBWXXX stand for?
BNPA is the bank code of BNP Paribas 3u, BH stands for Bahrain, BW is the location code and XXX means the head office.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at BNP Paribas 3u?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code BNPABHBWXXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Bahrain is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
How long does it take to send money to BNP Paribas 3u?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 1–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often faster than a bank.
What is the cheapest way to send money to BNP Paribas 3u?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Bahrain with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Does BNP Paribas 3u use only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, BNPABHBWXXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code we have for BNP Paribas 3u 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.