SWIFT/BIC code CDBLLYLT015
CDBLLYLT015 belongs to Bank of Commerce and Development (L.j.s.c.) in Benghazi, Libya.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CDBLLYLT015 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CDBLLYLT |
| Branch code | 015 |
| Bank | Bank of Commerce and Development (L.j.s.c.) |
| Branch | El Berka Agency |
| City | Benghazi |
| Country | Libya |
How the Bank of Commerce and Development (L.j.s.c.) SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- CDBL Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- LY Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- LT Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- 015 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 CDBLLYLT015?
CDBLLYLT015 is the SWIFT/BIC code of El Berka Agency, a unit of Bank of Commerce and Development (L.j.s.c.) in Benghazi, Libya. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I enter CDBLLYLT015 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check CDBLLYLT015 against the details from Bank of Commerce and Development (L.j.s.c.) before you confirm.
What is the best way to send money to Bank of Commerce and Development (L.j.s.c.) in Libya?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Libya with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What does each part of CDBLLYLT015 stand for?
CDBL is the institution code of Bank of Commerce and Development (L.j.s.c.), LY is the ISO code of Libya, LT is the code for the city or region and 015 is the code of the department El Berka Agency.
Can I use CDBLLYLT instead of CDBLLYLT015?
CDBLLYLT points to the main office of Bank of Commerce and Development (L.j.s.c.), while CDBLLYLT015 is El Berka Agency. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention CDBLLYLT015.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Bank of Commerce and Development (L.j.s.c.)?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code CDBLLYLT015, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Libya uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.