SWIFT/BIC code CDBLLYLT114
CDBLLYLT114 belongs to Bank of Commerce and Development (L.j.s.c.) in Benghazi, Libya.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CDBLLYLT114 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CDBLLYLT |
| Branch code | 114 |
| Bank | Bank of Commerce and Development (L.j.s.c.) |
| Branch | Al Hawary |
| 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.
- 114 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 BIC CDBLLYLT114?
The code CDBLLYLT114 belongs to Al Hawary, part 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 does each part of CDBLLYLT114 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 114 is the code of the branch Al Hawary.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Bank of Commerce and Development (L.j.s.c.) in Libya?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Libya with transfer services before you send.
What happens if I use CDBLLYLT114 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check CDBLLYLT114 with the recipient before you confirm.
Can I use CDBLLYLT instead of CDBLLYLT114?
CDBLLYLT is the head office of Bank of Commerce and Development (L.j.s.c.), while CDBLLYLT114 is Al Hawary. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention CDBLLYLT114.
How long does a transfer to Bank of Commerce and Development (L.j.s.c.) take in Libya?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 2–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often faster than a bank.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.