SWIFT/BIC code POALILITSEC
POALILITSEC belongs to Bank Hapoalim B.m. in Tel-Aviv, Israel.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | POALILITSEC |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | POALILIT |
| Branch code | SEC |
| Bank | Bank Hapoalim B.m. |
| Branch | Foreign Securities |
| City | Tel-Aviv |
| Country | Israel |
How 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.
- SEC 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 is behind SWIFT/BIC code POALILITSEC?
The code POALILITSEC belongs to Foreign Securities, a unit of Bank Hapoalim B.m. in Tel-Aviv, Israel. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I use POALILITSEC with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check POALILITSEC against the details from Bank Hapoalim B.m. before you confirm.
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.
What does each part of POALILITSEC mean?
POAL is the institution code of Bank Hapoalim B.m., IL is the ISO code of Israel, IT is the location code and SEC identifies the department Foreign Securities.
Can I use POALILIT instead of POALILITSEC?
POALILIT is the main office of Bank Hapoalim B.m., while POALILITSEC is Foreign Securities. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use POALILITSEC if the recipient asks for it.
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. Check what you receive in Israel with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.