Aman Bank

We use Bank of Valletta ... bov.com/page.asp?n=newsdetails&i=6898&text=1  .... but not for cash transactions. Salary is recd. in the same bank and then transferred by us when & where we wish. I think it takes 2-3 days for the tranfer and it can be done online ... you can find out from their branch in Tripoli.
You do have to open an account in the bank and I don't think there is a limit to the transfer amount. I'm not sure about the charges .. will let you know if I get more info.

veechansa wrote:

We have sent money to India ..Based on that, here is the answer-

1. If one is to make a bank transfer arrangement, does one need to open an account with the bank?

answer- YES

2. Has anybody transferred money via normal bank transfer?

answer- YES

3. Which bank did you use?

answer- Jamahiriya Bank[ This bank is located in Zawia.. however its not doing now any transfer coz its under renovation..check Tripoli branch]

4.What was the service fees and costs involved?

answer- 15dinars swift fee, 2% commission on the amount you sending[ again it varies from bank to bank]

5. how many days did it take?

answer - a week's time[ depends from bank to bank]

6. And does it have any sort of limit per transaction?

answer- For Jamahirya bank- the limit was 10,000USD[ again depends on the bank]

7. If you could provide me with contacts (someone who speaks English...) for a recommended and bank then that would be fantastic!

Answer- Sorry, no one I know.

Hi Vee,

Bank of Valletta (BOV) is your best option.  Branch is located in Burj Al Fateh ground floor.  PM or send me an sms as I will open an account too and let's meet at Burj Al Fateh.  Prepare for a valid I.D

Ciao

Thank you very much for your very helpful responses, expatlibya, Genie and Marvfin.

Friends in need are friends indeed!!

BOV is not supposed to make transactions its against the law as it is only a representative office not a branch.

Ooohhh....then I will check with the bank to see what can be done. Thanks for the heads-up Rosa!!