SWIFT/BIC code JAMBLYLT018
JAMBLYLT018 belongs to Jumhouria Bank in Tripoli, Libya.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | JAMBLYLT018 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | JAMBLYLT |
| Branch code | 018 |
| Bank | Jumhouria Bank |
| Branch | Sout of Tripoli Branch |
| City | Tripoli |
| Country | Libya |
The way the Jumhouria Bank SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- JAMB 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.
- 018 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 bank is behind BIC JAMBLYLT018?
The code JAMBLYLT018 belongs to Sout of Tripoli Branch, a unit of Jumhouria Bank in Tripoli, Libya. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I use JAMBLYLT018 with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check JAMBLYLT018 against the details from Jumhouria Bank before sending.
What does each part of JAMBLYLT018 mean?
JAMB is the institution code of Jumhouria Bank, LY is the ISO code of Libya, LT is the location code and 018 is the code of the department Sout of Tripoli Branch.
How long does a transfer to Jumhouria Bank take in Libya?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Jumhouria Bank in Libya?
Banks often add several percent 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.
Can I use JAMBLYLT instead of JAMBLYLT018?
JAMBLYLT points to the main office of Jumhouria Bank, while JAMBLYLT018 points to Sout of Tripoli Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention JAMBLYLT018.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.