SWIFT/BIC code BDLCLBBXXXX
BDLCLBBXXXX belongs to Banque du Liban in Beirut, Lebanon.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BDLCLBBXXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BDLCLBBX |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Banque du Liban |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Beirut |
| Country | Lebanon |
The way the Banque du Liban SWIFT/BIC works
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.
- 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 uses BIC BDLCLBBXXXX?
The code BDLCLBBXXXX belongs to the head office of Banque du Liban in Beirut, Lebanon. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Banque du Liban.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Banque du Liban in Lebanon?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Lebanon with transfer services before you send.
How long does it take to send money to Banque du Liban?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Banque du Liban?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code BDLCLBBXXXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Lebanon is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
What do the letters in BDLCLBBXXXX mean?
BDLC is the bank code of Banque du Liban, LB is the ISO code of Lebanon, BX is the location code and XXX marks the main office.
What happens if I enter BDLCLBBXXXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check BDLCLBBXXXX with the recipient before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.