SWIFT/BIC code CDBLLYLT021
CDBLLYLT021 belongs to Bank of Commerce and Development (L.j.s.c.) in Tripoli, Libya.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CDBLLYLT021 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CDBLLYLT |
| Branch code | 021 |
| Bank | Bank of Commerce and Development (L.j.s.c.) |
| Branch | Tripoli Main Branch |
| City | Tripoli |
| Country | Libya |
How the Bank of Commerce and Development (L.j.s.c.) SWIFT/BIC works
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.
- 021 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 code CDBLLYLT021?
CDBLLYLT021 identifies Tripoli Main Branch, a branch or department of Bank of Commerce and Development (L.j.s.c.) in Tripoli, Libya. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use CDBLLYLT instead of CDBLLYLT021?
CDBLLYLT is the head office of Bank of Commerce and Development (L.j.s.c.), while CDBLLYLT021 points to Tripoli Main Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use CDBLLYLT021 if the recipient asks for it.
Has Bank of Commerce and Development (L.j.s.c.) got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 34 SWIFT/BIC codes for Bank of Commerce and Development (L.j.s.c.) in Libya, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Bank of Commerce and Development (L.j.s.c.)?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code CDBLLYLT021, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Libya uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
What happens if I use CDBLLYLT021 with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check CDBLLYLT021 against the details from Bank of Commerce and Development (L.j.s.c.) before you confirm.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Bank of Commerce and Development (L.j.s.c.)?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Libya with specialist providers before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.