SWIFT/BIC code BTLVLBBEXXX
BTLVLBBEXXX belongs to Saradar Bank S.a.l. in Achrafieh, Lebanon.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BTLVLBBEXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BTLVLBBE |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Saradar Bank S.a.l. |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Achrafieh |
| Country | Lebanon |
How the Saradar Bank S.a.l. SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BTLV Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- LB Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- BE 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 bank uses BIC BTLVLBBEXXX?
BTLVLBBEXXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the main office of Saradar Bank S.a.l. in Achrafieh, Lebanon. Use it when you send money to an account at Saradar Bank S.a.l..
What is the best way to send money to Saradar Bank S.a.l. in Lebanon?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Lebanon with specialist providers before you send.
How long does a transfer to Saradar Bank S.a.l. take in Lebanon?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 1–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often faster than a bank.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Saradar Bank S.a.l.?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code BTLVLBBEXXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Lebanon is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
What do the letters in BTLVLBBEXXX mean?
BTLV is the bank code of Saradar Bank S.a.l., LB stands for Lebanon, BE is the code for the city or region and XXX means the main office.
Are BTLVLBBE and BTLVLBBEXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. BTLVLBBE is the 8-character version of BTLVLBBEXXX. XXX simply means head office, so both routes your payment to Saradar Bank S.a.l. in Achrafieh.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.