SWIFT/BIC code MECXLBBEXXX
MECXLBBEXXX belongs to Middle East Capital Group in Beirut, Lebanon.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MECXLBBEXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MECXLBBE |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Middle East Capital Group |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Beirut |
| Country | Lebanon |
How the Middle East Capital Group SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- MECX 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
Which bank uses SWIFT/BIC code MECXLBBEXXX?
The code MECXLBBEXXX belongs to the headquarters of Middle East Capital Group in Beirut, Lebanon. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Middle East Capital Group.
What does each part of MECXLBBEXXX mean?
MECX is the institution code of Middle East Capital Group, LB is the ISO code of Lebanon, BE is the location code and XXX marks the head office.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Middle East Capital Group?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code MECXLBBEXXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Lebanon is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
How long does it take to send money to Middle East Capital Group?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Middle East Capital Group?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Lebanon with transfer services before you send.
Does Middle East Capital Group have a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, MECXLBBEXXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code listed for Middle East Capital Group in Lebanon, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.