SWIFT/BIC code WAHBLYLX043
WAHBLYLX043 belongs to Wahda Bank in Sirte, Libya.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | WAHBLYLX043 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | WAHBLYLX |
| Branch code | 043 |
| Bank | Wahda Bank |
| Branch | — |
| City | Sirte |
| 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.
- 043 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 branch is behind SWIFT/BIC code WAHBLYLX043?
WAHBLYLX043 identifies Wahda Bank, a branch or department of Wahda Bank in Sirte, Libya. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What do the letters in WAHBLYLX043 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 043 is the code of the branch Wahda Bank.
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.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Wahda Bank?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code WAHBLYLX043, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Libya uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
How long does it take to send money to Wahda Bank?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
Can I use WAHBLYLX instead of WAHBLYLX043?
WAHBLYLX is the main office of Wahda Bank, while WAHBLYLX043 points to Wahda Bank. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention WAHBLYLX043.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.