SWIFT/BIC code CIKBBEBBCLR
CIKBBEBBCLR belongs to Euroclear Belgium (Previously Known AS Cik Belgium) in Brussels, Belgium.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CIKBBEBBCLR |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CIKBBEBB |
| Branch code | CLR |
| Bank | Euroclear Belgium (Previously Known AS Cik Belgium) |
| Branch | Settlement Department |
| City | Brussels |
| Country | Belgium |
How the Euroclear Belgium (Previously Known AS Cik Belgium) SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- CIKB Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- BE Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- BB Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- CLR 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 is behind SWIFT code CIKBBEBBCLR?
CIKBBEBBCLR is the SWIFT/BIC code of Settlement Department, a branch or department of Euroclear Belgium (Previously Known AS Cik Belgium) in Brussels, Belgium. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What does each part of CIKBBEBBCLR stand for?
CIKB is the bank code of Euroclear Belgium (Previously Known AS Cik Belgium), BE is the ISO code of Belgium, BB is the location code and CLR identifies the department Settlement Department.
Do I need CIKBBEBBCLR for a euro transfer to Belgium?
Belgium is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need CIKBBEBBCLR.
How long does it take to send money to Euroclear Belgium (Previously Known AS Cik Belgium)?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What happens if I use CIKBBEBBCLR with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check CIKBBEBBCLR against the details from Euroclear Belgium (Previously Known AS Cik Belgium) before you confirm.
Can I use CIKBBEBB instead of CIKBBEBBCLR?
CIKBBEBB points to the main office of Euroclear Belgium (Previously Known AS Cik Belgium), while CIKBBEBBCLR points to Settlement Department. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention CIKBBEBBCLR.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.