SWIFT/BIC code MECALBBEXXX
MECALBBEXXX belongs to Mecattaf S.a.l in Awkar El Metn, Lebanon.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MECALBBEXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MECALBBE |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Mecattaf S.a.l |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Awkar El Metn |
| Country | Lebanon |
How the Mecattaf S.a.l SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- MECA Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- LB Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- BE 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 is behind SWIFT/BIC code MECALBBEXXX?
The code MECALBBEXXX belongs to the main office of Mecattaf S.a.l in Awkar El Metn, Lebanon. Use it when you send money to an account at Mecattaf S.a.l.
What is the best way to send money to Mecattaf S.a.l?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Lebanon with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Does Mecattaf S.a.l use a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – MECALBBEXXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code we have for Mecattaf S.a.l in Lebanon, so there is no branch code to choose.
What happens if I use MECALBBEXXX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check MECALBBEXXX with the recipient before you confirm.
How long does a transfer to Mecattaf S.a.l take in Lebanon?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
What does each part of MECALBBEXXX mean?
MECA is the bank code of Mecattaf S.a.l, LB is the ISO code of Lebanon, BE is the location code and XXX marks the main office.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.