SWIFT/BIC code POALILITGML

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

POALILITGML

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codePOALILITGML
8-character codePOALILIT
Branch codeGML
BankBank Hapoalim B.m.
BranchCustodian For Pension
CityTel-Aviv
CountryIsrael

The way the Bank Hapoalim B.m. SWIFT/BIC is built up

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.
GML 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 branch uses SWIFT code POALILITGML?

The code POALILITGML belongs to Custodian For Pension, a branch or department of Bank Hapoalim B.m. in Tel-Aviv, Israel. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What do the letters in POALILITGML stand for?

POAL is the institution code of Bank Hapoalim B.m., IL stands for Israel, IT is the location code and GML is the code of the branch Custodian For Pension.

Can I use POALILIT instead of POALILITGML?

POALILIT points to the main office of Bank Hapoalim B.m., while POALILITGML is Custodian For Pension. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention POALILITGML.

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

Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Israel with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.

How long does a transfer to Bank Hapoalim B.m. take?

An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 1–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often faster than a bank.

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

Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code POALILITGML, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Israel uses international SWIFT transfers, 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.