SWIFT/BIC code WAHBLYLX108
WAHBLYLX108 belongs to Wahda Bank in Benghazi, Libya.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | WAHBLYLX108 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | WAHBLYLX |
| Branch code | 108 |
| Bank | Wahda Bank |
| Branch | Almdena |
| City | Benghazi |
| 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.
- 108 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 code WAHBLYLX108?
The code WAHBLYLX108 belongs to Almdena, a unit of Wahda Bank in Benghazi, Libya. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
How long does it take to send money to Wahda Bank?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
Can I use WAHBLYLX instead of WAHBLYLX108?
WAHBLYLX is the head office of Wahda Bank, while WAHBLYLX108 is Almdena. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention WAHBLYLX108.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Wahda Bank?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code WAHBLYLX108, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Libya is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
Has Wahda Bank got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 38 SWIFT/BIC codes for Wahda Bank in Libya, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.
What happens if I enter WAHBLYLX108 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check WAHBLYLX108 against the details from Wahda Bank before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.