SWIFT/BIC code BOKNBHBMXXX
BOKNBHBMXXX belongs to Bok International in Manama, Bahrain.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BOKNBHBMXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BOKNBHBM |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Bok International |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Manama |
| Country | Bahrain |
The way the Bok International SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BOKN 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
Which bank is behind SWIFT/BIC code BOKNBHBMXXX?
BOKNBHBMXXX identifies the head office of Bok International in Manama, Bahrain. Use it when you send money to an account at Bok International.
Does Bok International have a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, BOKNBHBMXXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code listed for Bok International in Bahrain, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
What does each part of BOKNBHBMXXX stand for?
BOKN is the institution code of Bok International, BH is the ISO code of Bahrain, BM is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the head office.
What do I need to send money to an account at Bok International?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code BOKNBHBMXXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Bahrain uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
How long does it take to send money to Bok International in Bahrain?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often faster than a bank.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Bok International in Bahrain?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive 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.