SWIFT/BIC code WAHBLYLX087
WAHBLYLX087 belongs to Wahda Bank in Misurata, Libya.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | WAHBLYLX087 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | WAHBLYLX |
| Branch code | 087 |
| Bank | Wahda Bank |
| Branch | Misurata Branch |
| City | Misurata |
| 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.
- 087 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
What bank uses BIC WAHBLYLX087?
WAHBLYLX087 identifies Misurata Branch, part of Wahda Bank in Misurata, Libya. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Wahda Bank?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code WAHBLYLX087, 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.
How long does it take to send money to Wahda Bank in Libya?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 1–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
What is the best way to send money to Wahda Bank?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Libya with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What do the letters in WAHBLYLX087 stand for?
WAHB is the institution code of Wahda Bank, LY stands for Libya, LX is the location code and 087 identifies the department Misurata Branch.
Can I use WAHBLYLX instead of WAHBLYLX087?
WAHBLYLX points to the main office of Wahda Bank, while WAHBLYLX087 points to Misurata Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use WAHBLYLX087 if the recipient asks for it.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.