SWIFT/BIC code NIBMBHB1XXX
NIBMBHB1XXX belongs to Nomura Investment Banking (Middle East) B.s.c. in Manama, Bahrain.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NIBMBHB1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NIBMBHB1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Nomura Investment Banking (Middle East) B.s.c. |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Manama |
| Country | Bahrain |
The way the Nomura Investment Banking (Middle East) B.s.c. SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- NIBM 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 institution is behind BIC NIBMBHB1XXX?
The code NIBMBHB1XXX belongs to the main office of Nomura Investment Banking (Middle East) B.s.c. in Manama, Bahrain. Use it when a payment to Nomura Investment Banking (Middle East) B.s.c. does not need a specific branch.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Nomura Investment Banking (Middle East) B.s.c.?
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.
Does Nomura Investment Banking (Middle East) B.s.c. use only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – NIBMBHB1XXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code we have for Nomura Investment Banking (Middle East) B.s.c. in Bahrain, so there is no branch code to choose.
What happens if I enter NIBMBHB1XXX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check NIBMBHB1XXX with the recipient before sending.
Is NIBMBHB1 and NIBMBHB1XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. NIBMBHB1 is the short version of NIBMBHB1XXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so either version routes your payment to Nomura Investment Banking (Middle East) B.s.c. in Manama.
How long does it take to send money to Nomura Investment Banking (Middle East) B.s.c.?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 2–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.