SWIFT/BIC code POALILITFTD

POALILITFTD belongs to Bank Hapoalim B.m. in Tel-Aviv, Israel.

POALILITFTD

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codePOALILITFTD
8-character codePOALILIT
Branch codeFTD
BankBank Hapoalim B.m.
BranchForeign Trade For All Branches In Israel
CityTel-Aviv
CountryIsrael

The way 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.
FTD 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 POALILITFTD?

POALILITFTD identifies Foreign Trade For All Branches In Israel, part of Bank Hapoalim B.m. in Tel-Aviv, Israel. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

What is the best way to send money to Bank Hapoalim B.m. in Israel?

Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Israel with transfer services before you send.

Does Bank Hapoalim B.m. have more 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. You can see them all on the bank page.

Can I use POALILIT instead of POALILITFTD?

POALILIT points to the main office of Bank Hapoalim B.m., while POALILITFTD is Foreign Trade For All Branches In Israel. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use POALILITFTD if the recipient asks for it.

What happens if I enter POALILITFTD incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check POALILITFTD with the recipient before sending.

Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Bank Hapoalim B.m.?

You need the SWIFT/BIC code POALILITFTD, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Israel is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.