SWIFT/BIC code ARABLBB10B5

ARABLBB10B5 belongs to Arab Bank PLC in Beirut, Lebanon.

ARABLBB10B5

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeARABLBB10B5
8-character codeARABLBB1
Branch code0B5
BankArab Bank PLC
BranchVerdun Branch
CityBeirut
CountryLebanon

The way the Arab Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC is built up

A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:

ARAB Bank code
4 letters that identify the bank.
LB Country code
2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
B1 Location code
2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
0B5 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 ARABLBB10B5?

ARABLBB10B5 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Verdun Branch, a unit of Arab Bank PLC in Beirut, Lebanon. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

How long does it take to send money to Arab Bank PLC?

An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 1–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often faster and cheaper.

What do I need to send money to an account at Arab Bank PLC?

You need the SWIFT/BIC code ARABLBB10B5, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Lebanon is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.

What happens if I enter ARABLBB10B5 incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check ARABLBB10B5 with the recipient before you confirm.

What is the best way to send money to Arab Bank PLC in Lebanon?

Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Lebanon with transfer services before you send.

Does Arab Bank PLC have other SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes – we list 15 SWIFT/BIC codes for Arab Bank PLC in Lebanon. You can see them all on the bank page.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.