SWIFT/BIC code BOALBE22XXX
BOALBE22XXX belongs to Borealis Financial Services NV in Mechelen, Belgium.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BOALBE22XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BOALBE22 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Borealis Financial Services NV |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Mechelen |
| Country | Belgium |
How the Borealis Financial Services NV SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BOAL Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- BE Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 22 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 BIC BOALBE22XXX?
BOALBE22XXX identifies the headquarters of Borealis Financial Services NV in Mechelen, Belgium. Use it when a payment to Borealis Financial Services NV does not need a specific branch.
What happens if I use BOALBE22XXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check BOALBE22XXX with the recipient before you confirm.
Does Borealis Financial Services NV have only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, BOALBE22XXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code listed for Borealis Financial Services NV in Belgium, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
How long does a transfer to Borealis Financial Services NV take in Belgium?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need BOALBE22XXX for a euro transfer to Belgium?
Belgium belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need BOALBE22XXX.
Are BOALBE22 and BOALBE22XXX the same code?
Yes, they are. BOALBE22 is the 8-character version of BOALBE22XXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so both routes your payment to Borealis Financial Services NV in Mechelen.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.