SWIFT/BIC code QNBALBBEXXX
QNBALBBEXXX belongs to Qatar National Bank in Beirut, Lebanon.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | QNBALBBEXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | QNBALBBE |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Qatar National Bank |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Beirut |
| Country | Lebanon |
How the Qatar National Bank SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- QNBA Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- LB Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- BE 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
What bank uses SWIFT code QNBALBBEXXX?
The code QNBALBBEXXX belongs to the headquarters of Qatar National Bank in Beirut, Lebanon. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Qatar National Bank.
What is the best way to send money to Qatar National Bank in Lebanon?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Lebanon with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What happens if I use QNBALBBEXXX incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check QNBALBBEXXX against the details from Qatar National Bank before you confirm.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Qatar National Bank?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code QNBALBBEXXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Lebanon is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
What do the letters in QNBALBBEXXX stand for?
QNBA is the institution code of Qatar National Bank, LB is the ISO code of Lebanon, BE is the location code and XXX marks the head office.
How long does it take to send money to Qatar National Bank?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 1–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often faster than a bank.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.