SWIFT/BIC code BPOTBEBEXXX
BPOTBEBEXXX belongs to Bpost Bank-Bpost Banque in Brussels, Belgium.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BPOTBEBEXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BPOTBEBE |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Bpost Bank-Bpost Banque |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Brussels |
| Country | Belgium |
How the Bpost Bank-Bpost Banque SWIFT/BIC is built up
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).
- BE 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 SWIFT/BIC code BPOTBEBEXXX?
BPOTBEBEXXX identifies the headquarters of Bpost Bank-Bpost Banque in Brussels, Belgium. It is the code to use when a payment to Bpost Bank-Bpost Banque does not need a specific branch.
What is the best way to send money to Bpost Bank-Bpost Banque in Belgium?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Euro with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Does Bpost Bank-Bpost Banque use only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – BPOTBEBEXXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code listed for Bpost Bank-Bpost Banque in Belgium, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
What happens if I enter BPOTBEBEXXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check BPOTBEBEXXX with the recipient before you confirm.
Are BPOTBEBE and BPOTBEBEXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. BPOTBEBE is the short version of BPOTBEBEXXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so either version routes your payment to Bpost Bank-Bpost Banque in Brussels.
Do I need BPOTBEBEXXX to send euros to Belgium?
Belgium belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you do need BPOTBEBEXXX.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.