SWIFT/BIC code BYBILBBXXXX
BYBILBBXXXX belongs to Byblos Invest Bank S.a.l. in Beirut, Lebanon.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BYBILBBXXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BYBILBBX |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Byblos Invest Bank S.a.l. |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Beirut |
| Country | Lebanon |
How the Byblos Invest Bank S.a.l. SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BYBI 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 is behind SWIFT/BIC code BYBILBBXXXX?
The code BYBILBBXXXX belongs to the headquarters of Byblos Invest Bank S.a.l. in Beirut, Lebanon. Use it when a payment to Byblos Invest Bank S.a.l. does not need a specific branch.
How long does it take to send money to Byblos Invest Bank S.a.l. in Lebanon?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 2–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often faster than a bank.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Byblos Invest Bank S.a.l.?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code BYBILBBXXXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Lebanon is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
What do the letters in BYBILBBXXXX stand for?
BYBI is the institution code of Byblos Invest Bank S.a.l., LB stands for Lebanon, BX is the code for the city or region and XXX means the head office.
Are BYBILBBX and BYBILBBXXXX the same code?
Yes. BYBILBBX is the short version of BYBILBBXXXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so either version routes your payment to Byblos Invest Bank S.a.l. in Beirut.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Byblos Invest Bank S.a.l.?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Lebanon with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.