SWIFT/BIC code UGUBBHBMXXX
UGUBBHBMXXX belongs to United Gulf Bank B.s.c in Manama, Bahrain.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | UGUBBHBMXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | UGUBBHBM |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | United Gulf Bank B.s.c |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Manama |
| Country | Bahrain |
The way the United Gulf Bank B.s.c SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- UGUB 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 BIC UGUBBHBMXXX?
The code UGUBBHBMXXX belongs to the main office of United Gulf Bank B.s.c in Manama, Bahrain. Use it when a payment to United Gulf Bank B.s.c does not need a specific branch.
What is the cheapest way to send money to United Gulf Bank B.s.c in Bahrain?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Bahrain with specialist providers before you send.
What happens if I enter UGUBBHBMXXX incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check UGUBBHBMXXX with the recipient before you confirm.
Does United Gulf Bank B.s.c have a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – UGUBBHBMXXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code listed for United Gulf Bank B.s.c in Bahrain, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
Are UGUBBHBM and UGUBBHBMXXX the same code?
Yes, they are. UGUBBHBM is the 8-character version of UGUBBHBMXXX. XXX simply means head office, so either version routes your payment to United Gulf Bank B.s.c in Manama.
What does each part of UGUBBHBMXXX mean?
UGUB is the bank code of United Gulf Bank B.s.c, BH stands for 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.