SWIFT/BIC code LAFBLYLTXXX
LAFBLYLTXXX belongs to Libyan Foreign Bank in Tripoli, Libya.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | LAFBLYLTXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | LAFBLYLT |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Libyan Foreign Bank |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Tripoli |
| Country | Libya |
The way the Libyan Foreign Bank SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- LAFB 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.
- XXX 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 uses BIC LAFBLYLTXXX?
LAFBLYLTXXX identifies the headquarters of Libyan Foreign Bank in Tripoli, Libya. Use it when a payment to Libyan Foreign Bank does not need a specific branch.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Libyan Foreign Bank?
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.
Does Libyan Foreign Bank use only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – LAFBLYLTXXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code we have for Libyan Foreign Bank in Libya, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
How long does it take to send money to Libyan Foreign Bank?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 2–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
What do the letters in LAFBLYLTXXX stand for?
LAFB is the bank code of Libyan Foreign Bank, LY is the ISO code of Libya, LT is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the head office.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Libyan Foreign Bank?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code LAFBLYLTXXX, 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.