SWIFT/BIC code LNCBLYLT052
LNCBLYLT052 belongs to National Commercial Bank in Benghazi, Libya.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | LNCBLYLT052 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | LNCBLYLT |
| Branch code | 052 |
| Bank | National Commercial Bank |
| Branch | Benghazi - Main Branch |
| City | Benghazi |
| Country | Libya |
How the National Commercial Bank SWIFT/BIC is built up
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.
- 052 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 SWIFT code LNCBLYLT052?
LNCBLYLT052 identifies Benghazi - Main Branch, a branch or department of National Commercial Bank in Benghazi, Libya. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Does National Commercial Bank have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 46 SWIFT/BIC codes for National Commercial Bank in Libya. You can see them all on the bank page.
Can I use LNCBLYLT instead of LNCBLYLT052?
LNCBLYLT is the head office of National Commercial Bank, while LNCBLYLT052 points to Benghazi - Main Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use LNCBLYLT052 if the recipient asks for it.
What is the best way to send money to National Commercial Bank?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Libya with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What do the letters in LNCBLYLT052 stand for?
LNCB is the bank code of National Commercial Bank, LY stands for Libya, LT is the location code and 052 is the code of the branch Benghazi - Main Branch.
How long does it take to send money to National Commercial Bank in Libya?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.