SWIFT/BIC code BENGBEB1XXX
BENGBEB1XXX belongs to Belgian National Registry in Brussels, Belgium.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BENGBEB1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BENGBEB1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Belgian National Registry |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Brussels |
| Country | Belgium |
How the Belgian National Registry SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BENG 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 BIC BENGBEB1XXX?
BENGBEB1XXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the headquarters of Belgian National Registry in Brussels, Belgium. Use it when you send money to an account at Belgian National Registry.
What happens if I enter BENGBEB1XXX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check BENGBEB1XXX against the details from Belgian National Registry before sending.
What is the best way to send money to Belgian National Registry in Belgium?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Euro with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
What does each part of BENGBEB1XXX mean?
BENG is the institution code of Belgian National Registry, BE stands for Belgium, B1 is the location code and XXX means the head office.
Does Belgian National Registry have a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – BENGBEB1XXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code we have for Belgian National Registry in Belgium, so there is no branch code to choose.
Do I need BENGBEB1XXX 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 BENGBEB1XXX.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.