SWIFT/BIC code WAHBLYLX019
WAHBLYLX019 belongs to Wahda Bank in Tripoli, Libya.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | WAHBLYLX019 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | WAHBLYLX |
| Branch code | 019 |
| Bank | Wahda Bank |
| Branch | Jadah Branch |
| City | Tripoli |
| Country | Libya |
How the Wahda Bank SWIFT/BIC works
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.
- 019 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 WAHBLYLX019?
WAHBLYLX019 identifies Jadah Branch, a branch or department of Wahda Bank in Tripoli, Libya. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What does each part of WAHBLYLX019 mean?
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 019 is the code of the branch Jadah Branch.
What happens if I use WAHBLYLX019 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check WAHBLYLX019 against the details from Wahda Bank before sending.
How long does a transfer to Wahda Bank take in Libya?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 1–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Wahda Bank?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code WAHBLYLX019, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Libya is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
Can I use WAHBLYLX instead of WAHBLYLX019?
WAHBLYLX is the head office of Wahda Bank, while WAHBLYLX019 points to Jadah Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention WAHBLYLX019.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.