SWIFT/BIC code ALCVLBBEXXX
ALCVLBBEXXX belongs to Al Baraka Bank S.a.l. in Beirut, Lebanon.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ALCVLBBEXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ALCVLBBE |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Al Baraka Bank S.a.l. |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Beirut |
| Country | Lebanon |
The way the Al Baraka Bank S.a.l. SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- ALCV Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- LB Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- BE 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
What bank is behind SWIFT/BIC code ALCVLBBEXXX?
The code ALCVLBBEXXX belongs to the head office of Al Baraka Bank S.a.l. in Beirut, Lebanon. Use it when you send money to an account at Al Baraka Bank S.a.l..
Does Al Baraka Bank S.a.l. have only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, ALCVLBBEXXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code listed for Al Baraka Bank S.a.l. in Lebanon, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
Is ALCVLBBE and ALCVLBBEXXX the same code?
Yes. ALCVLBBE is the 8-character version of ALCVLBBEXXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so either version routes your payment to Al Baraka Bank S.a.l. in Beirut.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Al Baraka Bank S.a.l. in Lebanon?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Lebanon with transfer services before you send.
What happens if I enter ALCVLBBEXXX incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check ALCVLBBEXXX against the details from Al Baraka Bank S.a.l. before you confirm.
How long does it take to send money to Al Baraka Bank S.a.l.?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 1–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.