SWIFT/BIC code BJGELBB1XXX
BJGELBB1XXX belongs to Banque Joseph Geagea S A L in Beirut, Lebanon.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BJGELBB1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BJGELBB1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Banque Joseph Geagea S A L |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Beirut |
| Country | Lebanon |
The way the Banque Joseph Geagea S A L SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BJGE 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.
- 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
Which institution uses SWIFT/BIC code BJGELBB1XXX?
BJGELBB1XXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the main office of Banque Joseph Geagea S A L in Beirut, Lebanon. It is the code to use when a payment to Banque Joseph Geagea S A L does not need a specific branch.
Are BJGELBB1 and BJGELBB1XXX the same code?
Yes. BJGELBB1 is the short version of BJGELBB1XXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so both will reach Banque Joseph Geagea S A L in Beirut.
How long does a transfer to Banque Joseph Geagea S A L take in Lebanon?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 1–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Banque Joseph Geagea S A L in Lebanon?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Lebanon with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Banque Joseph Geagea S A L?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code BJGELBB1XXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Lebanon uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
What do the letters in BJGELBB1XXX stand for?
BJGE is the institution code of Banque Joseph Geagea S A L, LB stands for Lebanon, B1 is the location code and XXX means the head office.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.