SWIFT/BIC code CBLJLYLX001
CBLJLYLX001 belongs to Central Bank of Libya in Benghazi, Libya.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CBLJLYLX001 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CBLJLYLX |
| Branch code | 001 |
| Bank | Central Bank of Libya |
| Branch | Benghazi Branch |
| City | Benghazi |
| Country | Libya |
The way the Central Bank of Libya SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- CBLJ Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- LY Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- LX Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- 001 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 branch uses SWIFT code CBLJLYLX001?
The code CBLJLYLX001 belongs to Benghazi Branch, a unit of Central Bank of Libya in Benghazi, Libya. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
How long does it take to send money to Central Bank of Libya in Libya?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 1–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Central Bank of Libya?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code CBLJLYLX001, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Libya uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
What does each part of CBLJLYLX001 mean?
CBLJ is the institution code of Central Bank of Libya, LY is the ISO code of Libya, LX is the location code and 001 identifies the department Benghazi Branch.
What is the best way to send money to Central Bank of Libya?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Libya with specialist providers before you send.
Can I use CBLJLYLX instead of CBLJLYLX001?
CBLJLYLX is the head office of Central Bank of Libya, while CBLJLYLX001 is Benghazi Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use CBLJLYLX001 if the recipient asks for it.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.