SWIFT/BIC code BCSMBEB1XXX
BCSMBEB1XXX belongs to Centre For Exchange and Clearing in Brussels, Belgium.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BCSMBEB1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BCSMBEB1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Centre For Exchange and Clearing |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Brussels |
| Country | Belgium |
The way the Centre For Exchange and Clearing SWIFT/BIC is built up
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.
- 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 uses SWIFT code BCSMBEB1XXX?
The code BCSMBEB1XXX belongs to the main office of Centre For Exchange and Clearing in Brussels, Belgium. Use it when a payment to Centre For Exchange and Clearing does not need a specific branch.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Centre For Exchange and Clearing?
Banks often 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 Centre For Exchange and Clearing?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need BCSMBEB1XXX to send euros to Belgium?
Belgium is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you still need BCSMBEB1XXX.
Are BCSMBEB1 and BCSMBEB1XXX the same code?
Yes, they are. BCSMBEB1 is the 8-character version of BCSMBEB1XXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so either version routes your payment to Centre For Exchange and Clearing in Brussels.
What do the letters in BCSMBEB1XXX stand for?
BCSM is the bank code of Centre For Exchange and Clearing, BE is the ISO code of Belgium, B1 is the code for the city or region and XXX means the head office.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.