SWIFT/BIC code GCCOBHB1XXX
GCCOBHB1XXX belongs to Gulf Custody Company -Bharain in Manama, Bahrain.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | GCCOBHB1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | GCCOBHB1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Gulf Custody Company -Bharain |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Manama |
| Country | Bahrain |
The way the Gulf Custody Company -Bharain SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- GCCO 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 is behind BIC GCCOBHB1XXX?
GCCOBHB1XXX identifies the headquarters of Gulf Custody Company -Bharain in Manama, Bahrain. Use it when a payment to Gulf Custody Company -Bharain does not need a specific branch.
How long does it take to send money to Gulf Custody Company -Bharain?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 1–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often faster than a bank.
Does Gulf Custody Company -Bharain have a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – GCCOBHB1XXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code we have for Gulf Custody Company -Bharain in Bahrain, so there is no branch code to choose.
What do I need to send money to an account at Gulf Custody Company -Bharain?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code GCCOBHB1XXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Bahrain is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
What does each part of GCCOBHB1XXX stand for?
GCCO is the bank code of Gulf Custody Company -Bharain, BH stands for Bahrain, B1 is the code for the city or region and XXX means the main office.
What is the best way to send money to Gulf Custody Company -Bharain in Bahrain?
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 – the difference can be large.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.