SWIFT/BIC code BDLCLBBCXXX
BDLCLBBCXXX belongs to Banque du Liban in Beirut, Lebanon.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BDLCLBBCXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BDLCLBBC |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Banque du Liban |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Beirut |
| Country | Lebanon |
The way the Banque du Liban SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BDLC Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- LB Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- BC 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 BDLCLBBCXXX?
The code BDLCLBBCXXX belongs to the headquarters of Banque du Liban in Beirut, Lebanon. Use it when a payment to Banque du Liban does not need a specific branch.
Does Banque du Liban have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 12 SWIFT/BIC codes for Banque du Liban in Lebanon. You can see them all on the bank page.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Banque du Liban?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code BDLCLBBCXXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Lebanon uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
What does each part of BDLCLBBCXXX stand for?
BDLC is the institution code of Banque du Liban, LB stands for Lebanon, BC is the location code and XXX marks the main office.
How long does a transfer to Banque du Liban take in Lebanon?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 2–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
Is BDLCLBBC and BDLCLBBCXXX the same code?
Yes, they are. BDLCLBBC is the 8-character version of BDLCLBBCXXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so both will reach Banque du Liban in Beirut.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.