SWIFT/BIC code WAHBLYLX100
WAHBLYLX100 belongs to Wahda Bank in Mslata, Libya.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | WAHBLYLX100 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | WAHBLYLX |
| Branch code | 100 |
| Bank | Wahda Bank |
| Branch | — |
| City | Mslata |
| Country | Libya |
The way the Wahda Bank SWIFT/BIC is built up
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.
- 100 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 WAHBLYLX100?
WAHBLYLX100 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Wahda Bank, a branch or department of Wahda Bank in Mslata, Libya. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Wahda Bank?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code WAHBLYLX100, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Libya is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
What happens if I enter WAHBLYLX100 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check WAHBLYLX100 with the recipient before sending.
What is the best way to send money to Wahda Bank?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Libya with transfer services before you send.
How long does it take to send money to Wahda Bank in Libya?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
What does each part of WAHBLYLX100 mean?
WAHB is the institution code of Wahda Bank, LY stands for Libya, LX is the code for the city or region and 100 is the code of the department Wahda Bank.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.