SWIFT/BIC code WAHBLYLX090
WAHBLYLX090 belongs to Wahda Bank in Tripoli, Libya.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | WAHBLYLX090 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | WAHBLYLX |
| Branch code | 090 |
| Bank | Wahda Bank |
| Branch | National Oil Corporation |
| City | Tripoli |
| 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.
- 090 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 SWIFT/BIC code WAHBLYLX090?
WAHBLYLX090 identifies National Oil Corporation, part of Wahda Bank in Tripoli, Libya. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What do the letters in WAHBLYLX090 stand for?
WAHB is the institution code of Wahda Bank, LY stands for Libya, LX is the location code and 090 identifies the branch National Oil Corporation.
What happens if I enter WAHBLYLX090 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check WAHBLYLX090 against the details from Wahda Bank before you confirm.
What is the cheapest 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.
Can I use WAHBLYLX instead of WAHBLYLX090?
WAHBLYLX is the main office of Wahda Bank, while WAHBLYLX090 is National Oil Corporation. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention WAHBLYLX090.
What do I need to send money to an account at Wahda Bank?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code WAHBLYLX090, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Libya uses international SWIFT transfers, 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.