SWIFT/BIC code JAMBLYLT118
JAMBLYLT118 belongs to Jumhouria Bank in Misurata, Libya.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | JAMBLYLT118 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | JAMBLYLT |
| Branch code | 118 |
| Bank | Jumhouria Bank |
| Branch | Goaz Atteek Agency |
| City | Misurata |
| Country | Libya |
How the Jumhouria Bank SWIFT/BIC is built up
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.
- 118 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 SWIFT/BIC code JAMBLYLT118?
JAMBLYLT118 identifies Goaz Atteek Agency, a unit of Jumhouria Bank in Misurata, Libya. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Jumhouria Bank?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code JAMBLYLT118, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Libya uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
Can I use JAMBLYLT instead of JAMBLYLT118?
JAMBLYLT points to the main office of Jumhouria Bank, while JAMBLYLT118 is Goaz Atteek Agency. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use JAMBLYLT118 if the recipient asks for it.
How long does a transfer to Jumhouria Bank take in Libya?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 2–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
What does each part of JAMBLYLT118 mean?
JAMB is the bank code of Jumhouria Bank, LY stands for Libya, LT is the code for the city or region and 118 is the code of the department Goaz Atteek Agency.
What is the best way to send money to Jumhouria Bank in Libya?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Libya with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.