SWIFT/BIC code SGLILBBXXXX
SGLILBBXXXX belongs to Societe Generale de Banque Au Liban S.a.l. in Beirut, Lebanon.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SGLILBBXXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SGLILBBX |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Societe Generale de Banque Au Liban S.a.l. |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Beirut |
| Country | Lebanon |
The way the Societe Generale de Banque Au Liban S.a.l. SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- SGLI Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- LB Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- BX 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
Which bank uses SWIFT/BIC code SGLILBBXXXX?
SGLILBBXXXX identifies the head office of Societe Generale de Banque Au Liban S.a.l. in Beirut, Lebanon. Use it when you send money to an account at Societe Generale de Banque Au Liban S.a.l..
Are SGLILBBX and SGLILBBXXXX the same code?
Yes. SGLILBBX is the 8-character version of SGLILBBXXXX. XXX simply means head office, so either version routes your payment to Societe Generale de Banque Au Liban S.a.l. in Beirut.
What happens if I enter SGLILBBXXXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check SGLILBBXXXX with the recipient before sending.
Does Societe Generale de Banque Au Liban S.a.l. use a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, SGLILBBXXXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code listed for Societe Generale de Banque Au Liban S.a.l. in Lebanon, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
What is the best way to send money to Societe Generale de Banque Au Liban S.a.l. 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.
How long does it take to send money to Societe Generale de Banque Au Liban S.a.l.?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 2–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. 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.