SWIFT/BIC code CDBLLYLT071
CDBLLYLT071 belongs to Bank of Commerce and Development (L.j.s.c.) in Zliten, Libya.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CDBLLYLT071 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CDBLLYLT |
| Branch code | 071 |
| Bank | Bank of Commerce and Development (L.j.s.c.) |
| Branch | Zliten Main Branch |
| City | Zliten |
| Country | Libya |
The way 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.
- 071 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 uses BIC CDBLLYLT071?
CDBLLYLT071 identifies Zliten Main Branch, part of Bank of Commerce and Development (L.j.s.c.) in Zliten, Libya. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Does Bank of Commerce and Development (L.j.s.c.) have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 34 SWIFT/BIC codes for Bank of Commerce and Development (L.j.s.c.) in Libya. You can see them all on the bank page.
What does each part of CDBLLYLT071 mean?
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 071 identifies the branch Zliten Main Branch.
What happens if I use CDBLLYLT071 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check CDBLLYLT071 with the recipient before sending.
Can I use CDBLLYLT instead of CDBLLYLT071?
CDBLLYLT points to the main office of Bank of Commerce and Development (L.j.s.c.), while CDBLLYLT071 is Zliten Main Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use CDBLLYLT071 if the recipient asks for it.
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. Compare 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.