SWIFT/BIC code LNCBLYLT051
LNCBLYLT051 belongs to National Commercial Bank in Tripoli, Libya.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | LNCBLYLT051 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | LNCBLYLT |
| Branch code | 051 |
| Bank | National Commercial Bank |
| Branch | Main Branch |
| City | Tripoli |
| Country | Libya |
How the National Commercial Bank SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- LNCB 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.
- 051 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 is behind SWIFT code LNCBLYLT051?
LNCBLYLT051 identifies Main Branch, a unit of National Commercial Bank in Tripoli, Libya. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Has National Commercial Bank got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 46 SWIFT/BIC codes for National Commercial Bank in Libya, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.
What is the best way to send money to National Commercial 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.
Can I use LNCBLYLT instead of LNCBLYLT051?
LNCBLYLT points to the main office of National Commercial Bank, while LNCBLYLT051 is Main Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention LNCBLYLT051.
What does each part of LNCBLYLT051 stand for?
LNCB is the institution code of National Commercial Bank, LY stands for Libya, LT is the location code and 051 is the code of the department Main Branch.
What do I need to send money to an account at National Commercial Bank?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code LNCBLYLT051, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Libya is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.