SWIFT/BIC code JAMBLYLT080
JAMBLYLT080 belongs to Jumhouria Bank in Tajura, Libya.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | JAMBLYLT080 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | JAMBLYLT |
| Branch code | 080 |
| Bank | Jumhouria Bank |
| Branch | Al Shahenat Agency |
| City | Tajura |
| Country | Libya |
The way the Jumhouria Bank SWIFT/BIC is structured
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.
- 080 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 uses BIC JAMBLYLT080?
JAMBLYLT080 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Al Shahenat Agency, a unit of Jumhouria Bank in Tajura, Libya. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I use JAMBLYLT080 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check JAMBLYLT080 with the recipient before sending.
What does each part of JAMBLYLT080 mean?
JAMB is the institution code of Jumhouria Bank, LY is the ISO code of Libya, LT is the location code and 080 identifies the department Al Shahenat Agency.
Can I use JAMBLYLT instead of JAMBLYLT080?
JAMBLYLT points to the head office of Jumhouria Bank, while JAMBLYLT080 points to Al Shahenat Agency. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use JAMBLYLT080 if the recipient asks for it.
How long does a transfer to Jumhouria Bank take?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 1–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often faster than a bank.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Jumhouria Bank in Libya?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Libya with transfer services before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.