SWIFT/BIC code UBSLLBB1XXX
UBSLLBB1XXX belongs to United Bank of Saudi and Lebanon in Beirut, Lebanon.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | UBSLLBB1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | UBSLLBB1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | United Bank of Saudi and Lebanon |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Beirut |
| Country | Lebanon |
How the United Bank of Saudi and Lebanon SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- UBSL Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- LB Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- B1 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 is behind SWIFT/BIC code UBSLLBB1XXX?
UBSLLBB1XXX identifies the headquarters of United Bank of Saudi and Lebanon in Beirut, Lebanon. It is the code to use when a payment to United Bank of Saudi and Lebanon does not need a specific branch.
How long does a transfer to United Bank of Saudi and Lebanon take?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at United Bank of Saudi and Lebanon?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code UBSLLBB1XXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Lebanon is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
What does each part of UBSLLBB1XXX mean?
UBSL is the bank code of United Bank of Saudi and Lebanon, LB stands for Lebanon, B1 is the location code and XXX means the head office.
What is the cheapest way to send money to United Bank of Saudi and Lebanon?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Lebanon with specialist providers before you send.
Is UBSLLBB1 and UBSLLBB1XXX the same code?
Yes. UBSLLBB1 is the 8-character version of UBSLLBB1XXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so either version will reach United Bank of Saudi and Lebanon in Beirut.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.