SWIFT/BIC code BMECBEB1XXX
BMECBEB1XXX belongs to Banque Bcp S.A. Luxembourg-Succursale de Belgique in Brussels, Belgium.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BMECBEB1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BMECBEB1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Banque Bcp S.A. Luxembourg-Succursale de Belgique |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Brussels |
| Country | Belgium |
How the Banque Bcp S.A. Luxembourg-Succursale de Belgique SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BMEC 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 is behind BIC BMECBEB1XXX?
BMECBEB1XXX identifies the head office of Banque Bcp S.A. Luxembourg-Succursale de Belgique in Brussels, Belgium. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Banque Bcp S.A. Luxembourg-Succursale de Belgique.
What is the best way to send money to Banque Bcp S.A. Luxembourg-Succursale de Belgique?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Euro with transfer services before you send.
What happens if I enter BMECBEB1XXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check BMECBEB1XXX with the recipient before sending.
Is BMECBEB1 and BMECBEB1XXX the same code?
Yes. BMECBEB1 is the short version of BMECBEB1XXX. XXX simply means head office, so either version routes your payment to Banque Bcp S.A. Luxembourg-Succursale de Belgique in Brussels.
Do I need BMECBEB1XXX for a euro transfer to Belgium?
Belgium belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need BMECBEB1XXX.
How long does a transfer to Banque Bcp S.A. Luxembourg-Succursale de Belgique take?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.