SWIFT/BIC code BIBLBE21XXX
BIBLBE21XXX belongs to Binckbank NV in Antwerpen, Belgium.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BIBLBE21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BIBLBE21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Binckbank NV |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Antwerpen |
| Country | Belgium |
How the Binckbank NV SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BIBL Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- BE Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 21 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 bank uses SWIFT code BIBLBE21XXX?
BIBLBE21XXX identifies the headquarters of Binckbank NV in Antwerpen, Belgium. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Binckbank NV.
What does each part of BIBLBE21XXX mean?
BIBL is the institution code of Binckbank NV, BE stands for Belgium, 21 is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the head office.
How long does it take to send money to Binckbank NV?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need BIBLBE21XXX for a euro transfer to Belgium?
Belgium is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you still need BIBLBE21XXX.
Are BIBLBE21 and BIBLBE21XXX the same code?
Yes. BIBLBE21 is the short version of BIBLBE21XXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so both will reach Binckbank NV in Antwerpen.
What happens if I use BIBLBE21XXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check BIBLBE21XXX with the recipient before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.