SWIFT/BIC code WAHBLYLX083
WAHBLYLX083 belongs to Wahda Bank in Tobruk, Libya.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | WAHBLYLX083 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | WAHBLYLX |
| Branch code | 083 |
| Bank | Wahda Bank |
| Branch | — |
| City | Tobruk |
| 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.
- 083 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 code WAHBLYLX083?
The code WAHBLYLX083 belongs to Wahda Bank, a branch or department of Wahda Bank in Tobruk, Libya. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use WAHBLYLX instead of WAHBLYLX083?
WAHBLYLX is the head office of Wahda Bank, while WAHBLYLX083 points to Wahda Bank. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use WAHBLYLX083 if the recipient asks for it.
What do I need to send money to an account at Wahda Bank?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code WAHBLYLX083, the account number or IBAN 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?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 1–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
Does Wahda Bank have other 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 does each part of WAHBLYLX083 stand for?
WAHB is the institution code of Wahda Bank, LY stands for Libya, LX is the location code and 083 identifies the department Wahda Bank.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.