SWIFT/BIC code RAFBLBBEXXX
RAFBLBBEXXX belongs to Rafidain Bank in Beirut, Lebanon.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | RAFBLBBEXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | RAFBLBBE |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Rafidain Bank |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Beirut |
| Country | Lebanon |
The way the Rafidain Bank SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- RAFB 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/BIC code RAFBLBBEXXX?
RAFBLBBEXXX identifies the main office of Rafidain Bank in Beirut, Lebanon. Use it when a payment to Rafidain Bank does not need a specific branch.
What happens if I use RAFBLBBEXXX incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check RAFBLBBEXXX with the recipient before sending.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Rafidain Bank?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code RAFBLBBEXXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Lebanon is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
What does each part of RAFBLBBEXXX mean?
RAFB is the institution code of Rafidain Bank, LB stands for Lebanon, BE is the location code and XXX means the head office.
Does Rafidain Bank use a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, RAFBLBBEXXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code we have for Rafidain Bank in Lebanon, so there is no branch code to choose.
How long does a transfer to Rafidain Bank take?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 2–5 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.