SWIFT/BIC code WAHBLYLX032
WAHBLYLX032 belongs to Wahda Bank in Benghazi, Libya.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | WAHBLYLX032 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | WAHBLYLX |
| Branch code | 032 |
| Bank | Wahda Bank |
| Branch | Maidan Branch |
| City | Benghazi |
| Country | Libya |
The way 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.
- 032 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 uses BIC WAHBLYLX032?
WAHBLYLX032 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Maidan Branch, a unit of Wahda Bank in Benghazi, Libya. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I use WAHBLYLX032 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check WAHBLYLX032 with the recipient before sending.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Wahda Bank?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code WAHBLYLX032, 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.
How long does a transfer to Wahda Bank take in Libya?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 1–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
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.
What do the letters in WAHBLYLX032 mean?
WAHB is the institution code of Wahda Bank, LY stands for Libya, LX is the code for the city or region and 032 is the code of the branch Maidan Branch.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.