SWIFT/BIC code ABKLCY2NLIM
ABKLCY2NLIM belongs to Alpha Bank Cyprus LTD in Limassol (Lemesos), Cyprus.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ABKLCY2NLIM |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ABKLCY2N |
| Branch code | LIM |
| Bank | Alpha Bank Cyprus LTD |
| Branch | — |
| City | Limassol (Lemesos) |
| Country | Cyprus |
How the Alpha Bank Cyprus LTD SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- ABKL Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- CY Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 2N Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- LIM 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 branch uses SWIFT/BIC code ABKLCY2NLIM?
The code ABKLCY2NLIM belongs to Alpha Bank Cyprus LTD, a unit of Alpha Bank Cyprus LTD in Limassol (Lemesos), Cyprus. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Alpha Bank Cyprus LTD in Cyprus?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Euro with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Can I use ABKLCY2N instead of ABKLCY2NLIM?
ABKLCY2N points to the head office of Alpha Bank Cyprus LTD, while ABKLCY2NLIM points to Alpha Bank Cyprus LTD. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use ABKLCY2NLIM if the recipient asks for it.
Do I need ABKLCY2NLIM to send euros to Cyprus?
Cyprus is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you still need ABKLCY2NLIM.
How long does a transfer to Alpha Bank Cyprus LTD take in Cyprus?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Has Alpha Bank Cyprus LTD got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 4 SWIFT/BIC codes for Alpha Bank Cyprus LTD in Cyprus, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of Alpha Bank Cyprus LTD.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.