SWIFT/BIC code WAHBLYLX030
WAHBLYLX030 belongs to Wahda Bank in Benghazi, Libya.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | WAHBLYLX030 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | WAHBLYLX |
| Branch code | 030 |
| Bank | Wahda Bank |
| Branch | Main Branch |
| City | Benghazi |
| 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.
- 030 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 WAHBLYLX030?
WAHBLYLX030 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Main Branch, a branch or department of Wahda Bank in Benghazi, Libya. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Has Wahda Bank got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 38 SWIFT/BIC codes for Wahda Bank in Libya. You can see them all on the bank page.
What do the letters in WAHBLYLX030 stand for?
WAHB is the bank code of Wahda Bank, LY stands for Libya, LX is the code for the city or region and 030 identifies the department Main Branch.
What happens if I enter WAHBLYLX030 with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check WAHBLYLX030 with the recipient before sending.
Can I use WAHBLYLX instead of WAHBLYLX030?
WAHBLYLX is the head office of Wahda Bank, while WAHBLYLX030 is Main Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use WAHBLYLX030 if the recipient asks for it.
How long does a transfer to Wahda Bank take?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often faster than a bank.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.