SWIFT/BIC code FLBBBHB1XXX
FLBBBHB1XXX belongs to First Leasing Bank in Al Seef, Bahrain.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | FLBBBHB1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | FLBBBHB1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | First Leasing Bank |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Al Seef |
| Country | Bahrain |
The way the First Leasing Bank SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- FLBB Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- BH Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- B1 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 uses BIC FLBBBHB1XXX?
The code FLBBBHB1XXX belongs to the headquarters of First Leasing Bank in Al Seef, Bahrain. Use it when you send money to an account at First Leasing Bank.
What happens if I use FLBBBHB1XXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check FLBBBHB1XXX against the details from First Leasing Bank before sending.
Is FLBBBHB1 and FLBBBHB1XXX the same code?
Yes, they are. FLBBBHB1 is the short version of FLBBBHB1XXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so both routes your payment to First Leasing Bank in Al Seef.
What is the cheapest way to send money to First Leasing Bank?
Banks often add 1–3% 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 First Leasing Bank use a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, FLBBBHB1XXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code we have for First Leasing Bank in Bahrain, so there is no branch code to choose.
How long does a transfer to First Leasing Bank take?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 2–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money 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.