SWIFT/BIC code SBINBHBMFCB
SBINBHBMFCB belongs to State Bank of India, Obu in Manama, Bahrain.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SBINBHBMFCB |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SBINBHBM |
| Branch code | FCB |
| Bank | State Bank of India, Obu |
| Branch | Full Commercial Branch |
| City | Manama |
| Country | Bahrain |
How the State Bank of India, Obu SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- SBIN 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.
- FCB 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 SBINBHBMFCB?
SBINBHBMFCB identifies Full Commercial Branch, a unit of State Bank of India, Obu in Manama, Bahrain. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the cheapest way to send money to State Bank of India, Obu in Bahrain?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Bahrain with specialist providers before you send.
How long does a transfer to State Bank of India, Obu take in Bahrain?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
Can I use SBINBHBM instead of SBINBHBMFCB?
SBINBHBM points to the head office of State Bank of India, Obu, while SBINBHBMFCB is Full Commercial Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use SBINBHBMFCB if the recipient asks for it.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at State Bank of India, Obu?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code SBINBHBMFCB, 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 happens if I use SBINBHBMFCB incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check SBINBHBMFCB with the recipient before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.