SWIFT/BIC code SCBLBHBMOBU
SCBLBHBMOBU belongs to Standard Chartered Bank in Manama, Bahrain.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SCBLBHBMOBU |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SCBLBHBM |
| Branch code | OBU |
| Bank | Standard Chartered Bank |
| Branch | Offshore Banking Unit |
| City | Manama |
| Country | Bahrain |
How the Standard Chartered Bank SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- SCBL 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
Which bank is behind SWIFT code SCBLBHBMOBU?
SCBLBHBMOBU is the SWIFT/BIC code of Offshore Banking Unit, a branch or department of Standard Chartered Bank in Manama, Bahrain. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
How long does a transfer to Standard Chartered Bank take in Bahrain?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Standard Chartered Bank?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code SCBLBHBMOBU, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Bahrain uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
Does Standard Chartered Bank have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 2 SWIFT/BIC codes for Standard Chartered Bank in Bahrain, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.
What happens if I use SCBLBHBMOBU incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check SCBLBHBMOBU with the recipient before sending.
Can I use SCBLBHBM instead of SCBLBHBMOBU?
SCBLBHBM points to the main office of Standard Chartered Bank, while SCBLBHBMOBU is Offshore Banking Unit. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention SCBLBHBMOBU.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.