SWIFT/BIC code BDLCLBBXASA
BDLCLBBXASA belongs to Banque du Liban in Beirut, Lebanon.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BDLCLBBXASA |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BDLCLBBX |
| Branch code | ASA |
| Bank | Banque du Liban |
| Branch | — |
| City | Beirut |
| Country | Lebanon |
The way the Banque du Liban SWIFT/BIC is structured
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).
- BX Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- ASA 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code BDLCLBBXASA?
BDLCLBBXASA identifies Banque du Liban, part of Banque du Liban in Beirut, Lebanon. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the best way to send money to Banque du Liban?
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 do I need for a transfer to an account at Banque du Liban?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code BDLCLBBXASA, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Lebanon uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
Can I use BDLCLBBX instead of BDLCLBBXASA?
BDLCLBBX points to the head office of Banque du Liban, while BDLCLBBXASA points to Banque du Liban. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use BDLCLBBXASA if the recipient asks for it.
How long does it take to send money to Banque du Liban?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 2–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
Has Banque du Liban got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 12 SWIFT/BIC codes for Banque du Liban in Lebanon. All of them are listed on the page of Banque du Liban.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.