SWIFT/BIC code JAMBLYLT502
JAMBLYLT502 belongs to Jumhouria Bank in Gharian, Libya.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | JAMBLYLT502 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | JAMBLYLT |
| Branch code | 502 |
| Bank | Jumhouria Bank |
| Branch | Gharian Branch For Islamic Banking |
| City | Gharian |
| Country | Libya |
How 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.
- 502 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 is behind BIC JAMBLYLT502?
JAMBLYLT502 identifies Gharian Branch For Islamic Banking, a branch or department of Jumhouria Bank in Gharian, Libya. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What does each part of JAMBLYLT502 mean?
JAMB is the bank code of Jumhouria Bank, LY is the ISO code of Libya, LT is the code for the city or region and 502 identifies the department Gharian Branch For Islamic Banking.
What happens if I use JAMBLYLT502 with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check JAMBLYLT502 with the recipient before you confirm.
How long does it take to send money to Jumhouria Bank?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often faster than a bank.
Can I use JAMBLYLT instead of JAMBLYLT502?
JAMBLYLT is the main office of Jumhouria Bank, while JAMBLYLT502 is Gharian Branch For Islamic Banking. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use JAMBLYLT502 if the recipient asks for it.
What do I need to send money to an account at Jumhouria Bank?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code JAMBLYLT502, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Libya is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.