SWIFT/BIC code METILYLTXXX
METILYLTXXX belongs to Mediterranean Bank in Benghazi, Libya.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | METILYLTXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | METILYLT |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Mediterranean Bank |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Benghazi |
| Country | Libya |
The way the Mediterranean Bank SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- METI 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 institution uses SWIFT/BIC code METILYLTXXX?
METILYLTXXX identifies the head office of Mediterranean Bank in Benghazi, Libya. Use it when you send money to an account at Mediterranean Bank.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Mediterranean Bank in Libya?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Libya with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
How long does it take to send money to Mediterranean Bank in Libya?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 1–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
Does Mediterranean Bank use only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – METILYLTXXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code listed for Mediterranean Bank in Libya, so there is no branch code to choose.
What do the letters in METILYLTXXX stand for?
METI is the institution code of Mediterranean Bank, LY stands for Libya, LT is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the head office.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Mediterranean Bank?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code METILYLTXXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. 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.