SWIFT/BIC code FINKLBBEXXX
FINKLBBEXXX belongs to First National Bank S.a.l. in Beirut, Lebanon.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | FINKLBBEXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | FINKLBBE |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | First National Bank S.a.l. |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Beirut |
| Country | Lebanon |
How the First National Bank S.a.l. SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- FINK Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- LB Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- BE 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
What bank uses SWIFT code FINKLBBEXXX?
FINKLBBEXXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the head office of First National Bank S.a.l. in Beirut, Lebanon. It is the code to use when a payment to First National Bank S.a.l. does not need a specific branch.
What is the best way to send money to First National Bank S.a.l.?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Lebanon with transfer services before you send.
What does each part of FINKLBBEXXX stand for?
FINK is the bank code of First National Bank S.a.l., LB is the ISO code of Lebanon, BE is the location code and XXX means the head office.
What do I need to send money to an account at First National Bank S.a.l.?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code FINKLBBEXXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Lebanon is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
Does First National Bank S.a.l. use only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, FINKLBBEXXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code we have for First National Bank S.a.l. in Lebanon, so there is no branch code to choose.
How long does a transfer to First National Bank S.a.l. take in Lebanon?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.