SWIFT/BIC code AARBBEB1XXX
AARBBEB1XXX belongs to Aareal Bank AG in Brussels, Belgium.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | AARBBEB1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | AARBBEB1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Aareal Bank AG |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Brussels |
| Country | Belgium |
How the Aareal Bank AG SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- AARB Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- BE Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- B1 Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- XXX 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 institution is behind SWIFT/BIC code AARBBEB1XXX?
AARBBEB1XXX identifies the headquarters of Aareal Bank AG in Brussels, Belgium. It is the code to use when a payment to Aareal Bank AG does not need a specific branch.
Does Aareal Bank AG use a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, AARBBEB1XXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code we have for Aareal Bank AG in Belgium, so there is no branch code to choose.
What happens if I enter AARBBEB1XXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check AARBBEB1XXX with the recipient before you confirm.
Are AARBBEB1 and AARBBEB1XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. AARBBEB1 is the 8-character version of AARBBEB1XXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so either version routes your payment to Aareal Bank AG in Brussels.
How long does it take to send money to Aareal Bank AG?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need AARBBEB1XXX for a euro transfer to Belgium?
Belgium belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you do need AARBBEB1XXX.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.