SWIFT/BIC code WAHBLYLX066
WAHBLYLX066 belongs to Wahda Bank in Benghazi, Libya.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | WAHBLYLX066 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | WAHBLYLX |
| Branch code | 066 |
| Bank | Wahda Bank |
| Branch | Gulf |
| City | Benghazi |
| 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.
- 066 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 BIC WAHBLYLX066?
WAHBLYLX066 identifies Gulf, a unit of Wahda Bank in Benghazi, Libya. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use WAHBLYLX instead of WAHBLYLX066?
WAHBLYLX points to the main office of Wahda Bank, while WAHBLYLX066 points to Gulf. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use WAHBLYLX066 if the recipient asks for it.
Does Wahda Bank have 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 is the best way to send money to Wahda Bank?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Libya with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
How long does it take to send money to Wahda Bank in Libya?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often faster than a bank.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Wahda Bank?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code WAHBLYLX066, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Libya uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.