SWIFT/BIC code NBPABHBMXXX
NBPABHBMXXX belongs to National Bank of Pakistan in Manama, Bahrain.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NBPABHBMXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NBPABHBM |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | National Bank of Pakistan |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Manama |
| Country | Bahrain |
How the National Bank of Pakistan SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- NBPA 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 NBPABHBMXXX?
NBPABHBMXXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the main office of National Bank of Pakistan in Manama, Bahrain. Use it when a payment to National Bank of Pakistan does not need a specific branch.
Are NBPABHBM and NBPABHBMXXX the same code?
Yes. NBPABHBM is the short version of NBPABHBMXXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so either version will reach National Bank of Pakistan in Manama.
What is the best way to send money to National Bank of Pakistan?
Banks often add several percent 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.
What happens if I use NBPABHBMXXX incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check NBPABHBMXXX against the details from National Bank of Pakistan before sending.
What do I need to send money to an account at National Bank of Pakistan?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code NBPABHBMXXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Bahrain uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
What do the letters in NBPABHBMXXX mean?
NBPA is the bank code of National Bank of Pakistan, BH is the ISO code of Bahrain, BM is the location code and XXX means the main office.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.