IBAN Format in Bahrain
22 characters · 3 banks · BHD
How many characters does an IBAN in Bahrain have?
An IBAN in Bahrain has 22 characters. It starts with the country code BH, then 2 check digits, then 18 characters that hold the bank and account details.
BH67 BMAG 0000 1299 1234 56BHCountry codeBH = Bahrain67Check digitsCatch typing mistakesBMAG 0000 1299 1234 56Bank and account details18 characters
Example only. Your own numbers will be different.
| Bank code | Example IBAN |
|---|---|
| BBKU | BH67 BBKU 0000 1299 1234 56 |
- Bank codeBBKU
- ExampleBH67 BBKU 0000 1299 1234 56
| Bank code | Example IBAN |
|---|---|
| ARAB | BH67 ARAB 0000 1299 1234 56 |
- Bank codeARAB
- ExampleBH67 ARAB 0000 1299 1234 56
| Bank code | Example IBAN |
|---|---|
| ICIC | BH67 ICIC 0000 1299 1234 56 |
- Bank codeICIC
- ExampleBH67 ICIC 0000 1299 1234 56
How IBAN works in Bahrain
Banks in Bahrain use a 22-character IBAN following the pattern BH## #### #### #### #### ##. The country code in every Bahrain IBAN is BH, and accounts are denominated in BHD. When sending money into Bahrain, always run the IBAN through validation (above) and confirm it with the recipient — a single wrong digit can route the payment to the wrong account.
Common questions about IBANs in Bahrain
What is the country code for IBANs in Bahrain?
It is BH. Every IBAN in Bahrain starts with BH, followed by 2 check digits.
Where do I find my IBAN?
In your online banking or banking app, on a bank statement, or by asking your bank. Copy it exactly as shown.
Does a correct-looking IBAN prove the account exists?
No. A correct format only means the length and check digits fit. It does not prove the account exists or belongs to the right person. Confirm the details with the person you are paying before you send money.