SWIFT/BIC code UNBKILITHAI
UNBKILITHAI belongs to Union Bank of Israel LTD in Haifa, Israel.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | UNBKILITHAI |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | UNBKILIT |
| Branch code | HAI |
| Bank | Union Bank of Israel LTD |
| Branch | — |
| City | Haifa |
| Country | Israel |
How the Union Bank of Israel LTD SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- UNBK 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.
- HAI 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 UNBKILITHAI?
The code UNBKILITHAI belongs to Union Bank of Israel LTD, a branch or department of Union Bank of Israel LTD in Haifa, Israel. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Union Bank of Israel LTD?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code UNBKILITHAI, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Israel uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
How long does it take to send money to Union Bank of Israel LTD?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 1–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often faster than a bank.
What does each part of UNBKILITHAI stand for?
UNBK is the institution code of Union Bank of Israel LTD, IL is the ISO code of Israel, IT is the code for the city or region and HAI is the code of the department Union Bank of Israel LTD.
What happens if I use UNBKILITHAI with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check UNBKILITHAI with the recipient before sending.
What is the best way to send money to Union Bank of Israel LTD?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives 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.