SWIFT/BIC code WAHBLYLX056
WAHBLYLX056 belongs to Wahda Bank in Tripoli, Libya.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | WAHBLYLX056 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | WAHBLYLX |
| Branch code | 056 |
| Bank | Wahda Bank |
| Branch | Aljeria |
| City | Tripoli |
| 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.
- 056 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 code WAHBLYLX056?
WAHBLYLX056 identifies Aljeria, a branch or department of Wahda Bank in Tripoli, Libya. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use WAHBLYLX instead of WAHBLYLX056?
WAHBLYLX points to the head office of Wahda Bank, while WAHBLYLX056 points to Aljeria. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use WAHBLYLX056 if the recipient asks for it.
How long does it take to send money to Wahda Bank?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
What happens if I use WAHBLYLX056 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check WAHBLYLX056 against the details from Wahda Bank before you confirm.
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 do I need to send money to an account at Wahda Bank?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code WAHBLYLX056, 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.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.