SWIFT/BIC code CDBLLYLT112
CDBLLYLT112 belongs to Bank of Commerce and Development (L.j.s.c.) in Benghazi, Libya.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CDBLLYLT112 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CDBLLYLT |
| Branch code | 112 |
| Bank | Bank of Commerce and Development (L.j.s.c.) |
| Branch | Twenty Street Agency |
| City | Benghazi |
| Country | Libya |
The way 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.
- 112 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 is behind SWIFT code CDBLLYLT112?
CDBLLYLT112 identifies Twenty Street Agency, a unit of Bank of Commerce and Development (L.j.s.c.) in Benghazi, Libya. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What 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 CDBLLYLT112, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Libya is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
How long does it take to send money to Bank of Commerce and Development (L.j.s.c.)?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 2–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
What does each part of CDBLLYLT112 stand for?
CDBL is the institution code of Bank of Commerce and Development (L.j.s.c.), LY stands for Libya, LT is the code for the city or region and 112 is the code of the department Twenty Street Agency.
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 transfer services before you send.
Can I use CDBLLYLT instead of CDBLLYLT112?
CDBLLYLT is the head office of Bank of Commerce and Development (L.j.s.c.), while CDBLLYLT112 is Twenty Street Agency. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention CDBLLYLT112.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.