SWIFT/BIC code FBHLBE22XXX
FBHLBE22XXX belongs to Credit Europe Bank N.V. Antwerp Branch in Antwerpen, Belgium.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | FBHLBE22XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | FBHLBE22 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Credit Europe Bank N.V. Antwerp Branch |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Antwerpen |
| Country | Belgium |
How the Credit Europe Bank N.V. Antwerp Branch SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- FBHL 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 is behind SWIFT/BIC code FBHLBE22XXX?
FBHLBE22XXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the head office of Credit Europe Bank N.V. Antwerp Branch in Antwerpen, Belgium. Use it when a payment to Credit Europe Bank N.V. Antwerp Branch does not need a specific branch.
What happens if I enter FBHLBE22XXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check FBHLBE22XXX with the recipient before sending.
Is FBHLBE22 and FBHLBE22XXX the same code?
Yes, they are. FBHLBE22 is the short version of FBHLBE22XXX. XXX simply means head office, so either version will reach Credit Europe Bank N.V. Antwerp Branch in Antwerpen.
How long does a transfer to Credit Europe Bank N.V. Antwerp Branch take?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
What is the best way to send money to Credit Europe Bank N.V. Antwerp Branch in Belgium?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Euro with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Do I need FBHLBE22XXX to send euros to Belgium?
Belgium belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need FBHLBE22XXX.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.