SWIFT/BIC code WAHBLYLX016
WAHBLYLX016 belongs to Wahda Bank in Tripoli, Libya.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | WAHBLYLX016 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | WAHBLYLX |
| Branch code | 016 |
| Bank | Wahda Bank |
| Branch | Eltholathaa |
| City | Tripoli |
| Country | Libya |
How the Wahda Bank SWIFT/BIC is structured
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.
- 016 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 BIC WAHBLYLX016?
The code WAHBLYLX016 belongs to Eltholathaa, a unit of Wahda Bank in Tripoli, Libya. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the best way to send money to Wahda Bank in Libya?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Libya with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
What happens if I use WAHBLYLX016 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check WAHBLYLX016 with the recipient before you confirm.
What do the letters in WAHBLYLX016 stand for?
WAHB is the institution code of Wahda Bank, LY is the ISO code of Libya, LX is the code for the city or region and 016 identifies the department Eltholathaa.
Does Wahda Bank have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 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.
How long does it take to send money to Wahda Bank in Libya?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 2–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.