SWIFT/BIC code BYBACY2IXXX
BYBACY2IXXX belongs to Byblos Bank S.a.l. (Ibu) in Limassol (Lemesos), Cyprus.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BYBACY2IXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BYBACY2I |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Byblos Bank S.a.l. (Ibu) |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Limassol (Lemesos) |
| Country | Cyprus |
How the Byblos Bank S.a.l. (Ibu) SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BYBA Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- CY Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 2I 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 BIC BYBACY2IXXX?
BYBACY2IXXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the head office of Byblos Bank S.a.l. (Ibu) in Limassol (Lemesos), Cyprus. Use it when you send money to an account at Byblos Bank S.a.l. (Ibu).
Do I need BYBACY2IXXX to send euros to Cyprus?
Cyprus belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you do need BYBACY2IXXX.
How long does it take to send money to Byblos Bank S.a.l. (Ibu) in Cyprus?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Is BYBACY2I and BYBACY2IXXX the same code?
Yes. BYBACY2I is the short version of BYBACY2IXXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so either version will reach Byblos Bank S.a.l. (Ibu) in Limassol (Lemesos).
What happens if I enter BYBACY2IXXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check BYBACY2IXXX with the recipient before sending.
What does each part of BYBACY2IXXX stand for?
BYBA is the institution code of Byblos Bank S.a.l. (Ibu), CY stands for Cyprus, 2I is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the main office.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.