SWIFT/BIC code CLIBCY21XXX
CLIBCY21XXX belongs to Credit Libanais Sal in Limassol (Lemesos), Cyprus.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CLIBCY21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CLIBCY21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Credit Libanais Sal |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Limassol (Lemesos) |
| Country | Cyprus |
The way the Credit Libanais Sal SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- CLIB Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- CY Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 21 Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- XXX 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 institution is behind SWIFT/BIC code CLIBCY21XXX?
The code CLIBCY21XXX belongs to the head office of Credit Libanais Sal in Limassol (Lemesos), Cyprus. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Credit Libanais Sal.
How long does a transfer to Credit Libanais Sal take in Cyprus?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need CLIBCY21XXX to send euros to Cyprus?
Cyprus belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you do need CLIBCY21XXX.
Is CLIBCY21 and CLIBCY21XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. CLIBCY21 is the 8-character version of CLIBCY21XXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so either version will reach Credit Libanais Sal in Limassol (Lemesos).
What happens if I enter CLIBCY21XXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check CLIBCY21XXX against the details from Credit Libanais Sal before you confirm.
Does Credit Libanais Sal use only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – CLIBCY21XXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code listed for Credit Libanais Sal in Cyprus, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.