SWIFT/BIC code BPOTBEB1ISA
BPOTBEB1ISA belongs to Bpostbank-Bpostbanque in Brussels, Belgium.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BPOTBEB1ISA |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BPOTBEB1 |
| Branch code | ISA |
| Bank | Bpostbank-Bpostbanque |
| Branch | Restricted Use |
| City | Brussels |
| Country | Belgium |
The way the Bpostbank-Bpostbanque SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BPOT 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.
- ISA 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 BPOTBEB1ISA?
BPOTBEB1ISA identifies Restricted Use, part of Bpostbank-Bpostbanque in Brussels, Belgium. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I enter BPOTBEB1ISA with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check BPOTBEB1ISA with the recipient before sending.
What is the best way to send money to Bpostbank-Bpostbanque?
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.
Do I need BPOTBEB1ISA for a euro transfer to Belgium?
Belgium is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need BPOTBEB1ISA.
How long does it take to send money to Bpostbank-Bpostbanque?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What does each part of BPOTBEB1ISA mean?
BPOT is the bank code of Bpostbank-Bpostbanque, BE is the ISO code of Belgium, B1 is the code for the city or region and ISA is the code of the branch Restricted Use.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.