SWIFT/BIC code NBADLBB1XXX

NBADLBB1XXX belongs to National Bank of Abu Dhabi in Beirut, Lebanon.

NBADLBB1XXX

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeNBADLBB1XXX
8-character codeNBADLBB1
Branch codeXXX
BankNational Bank of Abu Dhabi
BranchHead office
CityBeirut
CountryLebanon

How the National Bank of Abu Dhabi SWIFT/BIC is structured

A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:

NBAD Bank code
4 letters that identify the bank.
LB Country code
2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
B1 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 is behind SWIFT/BIC code NBADLBB1XXX?

NBADLBB1XXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the headquarters of National Bank of Abu Dhabi in Beirut, Lebanon. It is the code to use when a payment to National Bank of Abu Dhabi does not need a specific branch.

Is NBADLBB1 and NBADLBB1XXX the same SWIFT code?

Yes. NBADLBB1 is the short version of NBADLBB1XXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so either version will reach National Bank of Abu Dhabi in Beirut.

What is the cheapest way to send money to National Bank of Abu Dhabi?

Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Lebanon with transfer services before you send.

How long does a transfer to National Bank of Abu Dhabi take in Lebanon?

An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 1–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often quicker than a bank.

What does each part of NBADLBB1XXX stand for?

NBAD is the bank code of National Bank of Abu Dhabi, LB stands for Lebanon, B1 is the code for the city or region and XXX means the head office.

Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at National Bank of Abu Dhabi?

Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code NBADLBB1XXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Lebanon 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.