SWIFT/BIC code WAHBLYLX015
WAHBLYLX015 belongs to Wahda Bank in Magarba, Libya.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | WAHBLYLX015 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | WAHBLYLX |
| Branch code | 015 |
| Bank | Wahda Bank |
| Branch | — |
| City | Magarba |
| Country | Libya |
How the Wahda Bank SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- WAHB Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- LY Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- LX Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- 015 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 is behind SWIFT code WAHBLYLX015?
WAHBLYLX015 identifies Wahda Bank, part of Wahda Bank in Magarba, Libya. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I enter WAHBLYLX015 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check WAHBLYLX015 against the details from Wahda Bank before sending.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Wahda Bank?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code WAHBLYLX015, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Libya is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Wahda Bank?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Libya with transfer services before you send.
Does Wahda Bank have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 38 SWIFT/BIC codes for Wahda Bank in Libya, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of Wahda Bank.
What do the letters in WAHBLYLX015 stand for?
WAHB is the bank code of Wahda Bank, LY stands for Libya, LX is the location code and 015 is the code of the department Wahda Bank.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.