SWIFT/BIC code BNPABHC1OBU
BNPABHC1OBU belongs to BNP Paribas Manama, Full Commercial Branch (Fcb) in Manama, Bahrain.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BNPABHC1OBU |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BNPABHC1 |
| Branch code | OBU |
| Bank | BNP Paribas Manama, Full Commercial Branch (Fcb) |
| Branch | Offshore Banking Unit |
| City | Manama |
| Country | Bahrain |
How the BNP Paribas Manama, Full Commercial Branch (Fcb) 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).
- C1 Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- OBU 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 is behind SWIFT code BNPABHC1OBU?
The code BNPABHC1OBU belongs to Offshore Banking Unit, a unit of BNP Paribas Manama, Full Commercial Branch (Fcb) in Manama, Bahrain. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What does each part of BNPABHC1OBU mean?
BNPA is the bank code of BNP Paribas Manama, Full Commercial Branch (Fcb), BH stands for Bahrain, C1 is the location code and OBU is the code of the department Offshore Banking Unit.
Can I use BNPABHC1 instead of BNPABHC1OBU?
BNPABHC1 is the main office of BNP Paribas Manama, Full Commercial Branch (Fcb), while BNPABHC1OBU is Offshore Banking Unit. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use BNPABHC1OBU if the recipient asks for it.
Does BNP Paribas Manama, Full Commercial Branch (Fcb) have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 2 SWIFT/BIC codes for BNP Paribas Manama, Full Commercial Branch (Fcb) in Bahrain, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of BNP Paribas Manama, Full Commercial Branch (Fcb).
What happens if I use BNPABHC1OBU incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check BNPABHC1OBU with the recipient before sending.
How long does it take to send money to BNP Paribas Manama, Full Commercial Branch (Fcb) in Bahrain?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.