SWIFT/BIC code GULFBHBMXXX
GULFBHBMXXX belongs to Gulf International Bank, B.s.c. in Manama, Bahrain.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | GULFBHBMXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | GULFBHBM |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Gulf International Bank, B.s.c. |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Manama |
| Country | Bahrain |
How the Gulf International Bank, B.s.c. SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- GULF 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
What bank uses SWIFT code GULFBHBMXXX?
GULFBHBMXXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the head office of Gulf International Bank, B.s.c. in Manama, Bahrain. Use it when you send money to an account at Gulf International Bank, B.s.c..
What is the best way to send money to Gulf International Bank, B.s.c. in Bahrain?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Bahrain with specialist providers before you send.
Does Gulf International Bank, B.s.c. have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 3 SWIFT/BIC codes for Gulf International Bank, B.s.c. in Bahrain. You can see them all on the bank page.
What do I need to send money to an account at Gulf International Bank, B.s.c.?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code GULFBHBMXXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Bahrain uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
What do the letters in GULFBHBMXXX stand for?
GULF is the bank code of Gulf International Bank, B.s.c., BH is the ISO code of Bahrain, BM is the location code and XXX means the main office.
Are GULFBHBM and GULFBHBMXXX the same code?
Yes, they are. GULFBHBM is the short version of GULFBHBMXXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so both routes your payment to Gulf International Bank, B.s.c. in Manama.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.