SWIFT/BIC code CBLJLYLX002

CBLJLYLX002 belongs to Central Bank of Libya in Sebha, Libya.

CBLJLYLX002

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeCBLJLYLX002
8-character codeCBLJLYLX
Branch code002
BankCentral Bank of Libya
BranchSebha Branch
CitySebha
CountryLibya

How the Central Bank of Libya SWIFT/BIC is built up

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.
002 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 CBLJLYLX002?

The code CBLJLYLX002 belongs to Sebha Branch, part of Central Bank of Libya in Sebha, Libya. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What do the letters in CBLJLYLX002 stand for?

CBLJ is the bank code of Central Bank of Libya, LY is the ISO code of Libya, LX is the location code and 002 is the code of the branch Sebha Branch.

Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Central Bank of Libya?

You need the SWIFT/BIC code CBLJLYLX002, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Libya is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.

How long does it take to send money to Central Bank of Libya in Libya?

An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 1–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often quicker than a bank.

Can I use CBLJLYLX instead of CBLJLYLX002?

CBLJLYLX is the head office of Central Bank of Libya, while CBLJLYLX002 points to Sebha Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use CBLJLYLX002 if the recipient asks for it.

What is the cheapest way to send money to Central Bank of Libya in Libya?

Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Libya 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.