SWIFT/BIC code WAHBLYLX041
WAHBLYLX041 belongs to Wahda Bank in Ajdabia, Libya.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | WAHBLYLX041 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | WAHBLYLX |
| Branch code | 041 |
| Bank | Wahda Bank |
| Branch | — |
| City | Ajdabia |
| 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.
- 041 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 SWIFT/BIC code WAHBLYLX041?
WAHBLYLX041 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Wahda Bank, a branch or department of Wahda Bank in Ajdabia, Libya. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Can I use WAHBLYLX instead of WAHBLYLX041?
WAHBLYLX points to the head office of Wahda Bank, while WAHBLYLX041 points to Wahda Bank. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use WAHBLYLX041 if the recipient asks for it.
Does Wahda Bank have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 38 SWIFT/BIC codes for Wahda Bank in Libya. All of them are listed on the page of Wahda Bank.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Wahda Bank?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Libya with transfer services before you send.
What does each part of WAHBLYLX041 stand for?
WAHB is the institution code of Wahda Bank, LY stands for Libya, LX is the code for the city or region and 041 identifies the department Wahda Bank.
How long does a transfer to Wahda Bank take?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 2–5 business days, depending on 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.