The National Commercial Bank has issued an urgent notice to its customers who submitted applications to purchase foreign currency for personal purposes through the Central Bank of Libya’s platform during December 2025, urging them to promptly deposit the required amount in Libyan dinars into their accounts.
A Crucial Step for Processing Applications
The bank confirmed that completing the deposit process is a fundamental requirement to ensure the application is processed and executed in a timely manner, noting that any application not fulfilled with the required deposit will be rejected in accordance with the established regulations.
Communication Channels
The bank called on customers to contact customer service via the number 1501 for further information or necessary support.
National Commercial Bank
The National Commercial Bank (NCB) is a major financial institution in Saudi Arabia, founded in 1953. It holds the distinction of being the kingdom’s first licensed bank and has played a central role in the country’s economic development and modernization.
Central Bank of Libya
The Central Bank of Libya is the country’s primary monetary authority, established in 1956 to issue currency and manage monetary policy. It has played a critical and often divisive role in Libya’s recent history, with parallel institutions emerging in the east and west during the post-2011 civil conflict.
Libya
Libya is a North African country with a rich history rooted in ancient civilizations like the Phoenicians and Romans, followed by centuries of Arab and Ottoman influence. In the modern era, it was an Italian colony before gaining independence in 1951, later becoming known for Muammar Gaddafi’s lengthy rule from 1969 until the 2011 revolution. Its cultural heritage includes UNESCO World Heritage sites such as the ancient Greek city of Cyrene and the Roman ruins of Leptis Magna.
