SWIFT/BIC code POALILITCLS
POALILITCLS belongs to Bank Hapoalim B.m. in Tel-Aviv, Israel.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | POALILITCLS |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | POALILIT |
| Branch code | CLS |
| Bank | Bank Hapoalim B.m. |
| Branch | Cls |
| City | Tel-Aviv |
| Country | Israel |
How the Bank Hapoalim B.m. SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- POAL Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- IL Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- IT Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- CLS 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code POALILITCLS?
The code POALILITCLS belongs to Cls, a branch or department of Bank Hapoalim B.m. in Tel-Aviv, Israel. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
How long does it take to send money to Bank Hapoalim B.m. in Israel?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 1–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
What do I need to send money to an account at Bank Hapoalim B.m.?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code POALILITCLS, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Israel is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
What is the best way to send money to Bank Hapoalim B.m.?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Israel with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Does Bank Hapoalim B.m. have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 10 SWIFT/BIC codes for Bank Hapoalim B.m. in Israel, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of Bank Hapoalim B.m..
Can I use POALILIT instead of POALILITCLS?
POALILIT is the head office of Bank Hapoalim B.m., while POALILITCLS points to Cls. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention POALILITCLS.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.