SWIFT/BIC code BABECY2NXXX
BABECY2NXXX belongs to Bank of Beirut S.a.l Cyprus Branch in Limassol (Lemesos), Cyprus.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BABECY2NXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BABECY2N |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Bank of Beirut S.a.l Cyprus Branch |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Limassol (Lemesos) |
| Country | Cyprus |
How the Bank of Beirut S.a.l Cyprus Branch SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BABE 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.
- 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 BIC BABECY2NXXX?
The code BABECY2NXXX belongs to the main office of Bank of Beirut S.a.l Cyprus Branch in Limassol (Lemesos), Cyprus. It is the code to use when a payment to Bank of Beirut S.a.l Cyprus Branch does not need a specific branch.
What happens if I use BABECY2NXXX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check BABECY2NXXX against the details from Bank of Beirut S.a.l Cyprus Branch before you confirm.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Bank of Beirut S.a.l Cyprus Branch in Cyprus?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Euro with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Does Bank of Beirut S.a.l Cyprus Branch have only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, BABECY2NXXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code listed for Bank of Beirut S.a.l Cyprus Branch in Cyprus, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
Do I need BABECY2NXXX to send euros to Cyprus?
Cyprus belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you do need BABECY2NXXX.
How long does it take to send money to Bank of Beirut S.a.l Cyprus Branch in Cyprus?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.