SWIFT/BIC code BCSMBEB1STT
BCSMBEB1STT belongs to Centre For Exchange and Clearing in Brussels, Belgium.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BCSMBEB1STT |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BCSMBEB1 |
| Branch code | STT |
| Bank | Centre For Exchange and Clearing |
| Branch | — |
| City | Brussels |
| Country | Belgium |
The way the Centre For Exchange and Clearing SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BCSM 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.
- STT 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 bank uses SWIFT code BCSMBEB1STT?
The code BCSMBEB1STT belongs to Centre For Exchange and Clearing, part of Centre For Exchange and Clearing in Brussels, Belgium. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Has Centre For Exchange and Clearing got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 2 SWIFT/BIC codes for Centre For Exchange and Clearing in Belgium, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.
What happens if I use BCSMBEB1STT incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check BCSMBEB1STT against the details from Centre For Exchange and Clearing before you confirm.
What is the best way to send money to Centre For Exchange and Clearing in Belgium?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Euro with transfer services before you send.
Can I use BCSMBEB1 instead of BCSMBEB1STT?
BCSMBEB1 is the main office of Centre For Exchange and Clearing, while BCSMBEB1STT points to Centre For Exchange and Clearing. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use BCSMBEB1STT if the recipient asks for it.
Do I need BCSMBEB1STT to send euros to Belgium?
Belgium belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you do need BCSMBEB1STT.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.