SWIFT/BIC code RAFBBHBMXXX
RAFBBHBMXXX belongs to Rafidain Bank in Manama, Bahrain.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | RAFBBHBMXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | RAFBBHBM |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Rafidain Bank |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Manama |
| Country | Bahrain |
The way the Rafidain Bank SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- RAFB 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 BIC RAFBBHBMXXX?
The code RAFBBHBMXXX belongs to the head office of Rafidain Bank in Manama, Bahrain. It is the code to use when a payment to Rafidain Bank does not need a specific branch.
What happens if I use RAFBBHBMXXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check RAFBBHBMXXX with the recipient before sending.
Is RAFBBHBM and RAFBBHBMXXX the same code?
Yes. RAFBBHBM is the 8-character version of RAFBBHBMXXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so either version routes your payment to Rafidain Bank in Manama.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Rafidain Bank in Bahrain?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Bahrain with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Does Rafidain Bank use a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – RAFBBHBMXXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code listed for Rafidain Bank in Bahrain, so there is no branch code to choose.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Rafidain Bank?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code RAFBBHBMXXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Bahrain uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.