SWIFT/BIC code LNCBLYLTXXX
LNCBLYLTXXX belongs to National Commercial Bank in Tripoli, Libya.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | LNCBLYLTXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | LNCBLYLT |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | National Commercial Bank |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Tripoli |
| Country | Libya |
The way 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.
- 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
Which bank uses BIC LNCBLYLTXXX?
LNCBLYLTXXX identifies the main office of National Commercial Bank in Tripoli, Libya. Use it when you send money to an account at National Commercial Bank.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at National Commercial Bank?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code LNCBLYLTXXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Libya is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
What does each part of LNCBLYLTXXX mean?
LNCB is the institution code of National Commercial Bank, LY stands for Libya, LT is the code for the city or region and XXX means the head office.
How long does it take to send money to National Commercial Bank in Libya?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often faster than a bank.
Is LNCBLYLT and LNCBLYLTXXX the same code?
Yes. LNCBLYLT is the short version of LNCBLYLTXXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so either version will reach National Commercial Bank in Tripoli.
What is the cheapest way to send money to National Commercial Bank?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Libya with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.