SWIFT/BIC code CDBLLYLT023
CDBLLYLT023 belongs to Bank of Commerce and Development (L.j.s.c.) in Tripoli, Libya.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CDBLLYLT023 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CDBLLYLT |
| Branch code | 023 |
| Bank | Bank of Commerce and Development (L.j.s.c.) |
| Branch | El Fateh Tower Agency |
| City | Tripoli |
| 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.
- 023 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 CDBLLYLT023?
The code CDBLLYLT023 belongs to El Fateh Tower Agency, a branch or department of Bank of Commerce and Development (L.j.s.c.) in Tripoli, Libya. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
How long does it take to send money to Bank of Commerce and Development (L.j.s.c.)?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often faster than a bank.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Bank of Commerce and Development (L.j.s.c.)?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code CDBLLYLT023, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Libya uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
What does each part of CDBLLYLT023 mean?
CDBL is the bank 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 023 identifies the department El Fateh Tower Agency.
Can I use CDBLLYLT instead of CDBLLYLT023?
CDBLLYLT is the main office of Bank of Commerce and Development (L.j.s.c.), while CDBLLYLT023 points to El Fateh Tower Agency. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use CDBLLYLT023 if the recipient asks for it.
What is the best way to send money to Bank of Commerce and Development (L.j.s.c.) in Libya?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive 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.