SWIFT/BIC code JAMBLYLT998
JAMBLYLT998 belongs to Jumhouria Bank in Sebha, Libya.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | JAMBLYLT998 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | JAMBLYLT |
| Branch code | 998 |
| Bank | Jumhouria Bank |
| Branch | Sebha Committiee |
| City | Sebha |
| Country | Libya |
The way 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.
- 998 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 SWIFT code JAMBLYLT998?
The code JAMBLYLT998 belongs to Sebha Committiee, part of Jumhouria Bank in Sebha, Libya. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I use JAMBLYLT998 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check JAMBLYLT998 against the details from Jumhouria Bank before sending.
How long does it take to send money to Jumhouria Bank in Libya?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
What do the letters in JAMBLYLT998 mean?
JAMB is the bank code of Jumhouria Bank, LY stands for Libya, LT is the code for the city or region and 998 identifies the branch Sebha Committiee.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Jumhouria Bank?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code JAMBLYLT998, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Libya is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
Can I use JAMBLYLT instead of JAMBLYLT998?
JAMBLYLT is the head office of Jumhouria Bank, while JAMBLYLT998 points to Sebha Committiee. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use JAMBLYLT998 if the recipient asks for it.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.