SWIFT/BIC code BCPOBEB1XXX
BCPOBEB1XXX belongs to Banque Centrale Populaire SA in Brussels, Belgium.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BCPOBEB1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BCPOBEB1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Banque Centrale Populaire SA |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Brussels |
| Country | Belgium |
How the Banque Centrale Populaire SA SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BCPO 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
What bank uses SWIFT code BCPOBEB1XXX?
BCPOBEB1XXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the main office of Banque Centrale Populaire SA in Brussels, Belgium. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Banque Centrale Populaire SA.
Does Banque Centrale Populaire SA have only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, BCPOBEB1XXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code we have for Banque Centrale Populaire SA in Belgium, so there is no branch code to choose.
What happens if I use BCPOBEB1XXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check BCPOBEB1XXX against the details from Banque Centrale Populaire SA before sending.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Banque Centrale Populaire SA in Belgium?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Euro with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
How long does it take to send money to Banque Centrale Populaire SA in Belgium?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need BCPOBEB1XXX to send euros to Belgium?
Belgium is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need BCPOBEB1XXX.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.