SWIFT/BIC code FCECBEB1XXX
FCECBEB1XXX belongs to Caisse D'epargne la Famille in Brussels, Belgium.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | FCECBEB1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | FCECBEB1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Caisse D'epargne la Famille |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Brussels |
| Country | Belgium |
The way the Caisse D'epargne la Famille SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- FCEC 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.
- 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
What bank uses SWIFT code FCECBEB1XXX?
The code FCECBEB1XXX belongs to the headquarters of Caisse D'epargne la Famille in Brussels, Belgium. Use it when a payment to Caisse D'epargne la Famille does not need a specific branch.
What does each part of FCECBEB1XXX mean?
FCEC is the bank code of Caisse D'epargne la Famille, BE is the ISO code of Belgium, B1 is the location code and XXX means the main office.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Caisse D'epargne la Famille in Belgium?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Euro with transfer services before you send.
What happens if I use FCECBEB1XXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check FCECBEB1XXX against the details from Caisse D'epargne la Famille before you confirm.
Do I need FCECBEB1XXX for a euro transfer to Belgium?
Belgium is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you still need FCECBEB1XXX.
How long does a transfer to Caisse D'epargne la Famille take in Belgium?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.