SWIFT/BIC code HABBBHBMOBU
HABBBHBMOBU belongs to Habib Bank LTD. in Manama, Bahrain.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HABBBHBMOBU |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HABBBHBM |
| Branch code | OBU |
| Bank | Habib Bank LTD. |
| Branch | Offshore Banking Unit |
| City | Manama |
| Country | Bahrain |
The way the Habib Bank LTD. SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- HABB 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.
- 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code HABBBHBMOBU?
The code HABBBHBMOBU belongs to Offshore Banking Unit, a unit of Habib Bank LTD. in Manama, Bahrain. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the best way to send money to Habib Bank LTD. 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.
How long does a transfer to Habib Bank LTD. take in Bahrain?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often faster than a bank.
What happens if I use HABBBHBMOBU with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check HABBBHBMOBU with the recipient before you confirm.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Habib Bank LTD.?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code HABBBHBMOBU, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Bahrain is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
What does each part of HABBBHBMOBU stand for?
HABB is the institution code of Habib Bank LTD., BH is the ISO code of Bahrain, BM is the location code and OBU is the code of the department Offshore Banking Unit.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.