SWIFT/BIC code GEBABEBB00A
GEBABEBB00A belongs to BNP Paribas Fortis (Fortis Bank SA/NV) in Brussels, Belgium.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | GEBABEBB00A |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | GEBABEBB |
| Branch code | 00A |
| Bank | BNP Paribas Fortis (Fortis Bank SA/NV) |
| Branch | — |
| City | Brussels |
| Country | Belgium |
The way the BNP Paribas Fortis (Fortis Bank SA/NV) SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- GEBA 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.
- 00A 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 is behind SWIFT/BIC code GEBABEBB00A?
The code GEBABEBB00A belongs to BNP Paribas Fortis (Fortis Bank SA/NV), part of BNP Paribas Fortis (Fortis Bank SA/NV) in Brussels, Belgium. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
How long does it take to send money to BNP Paribas Fortis (Fortis Bank SA/NV)?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need GEBABEBB00A for a euro transfer to Belgium?
Belgium is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you do need GEBABEBB00A.
Does BNP Paribas Fortis (Fortis Bank SA/NV) have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 33 SWIFT/BIC codes for BNP Paribas Fortis (Fortis Bank SA/NV) in Belgium. You can see them all on the bank page.
What is the cheapest way to send money to BNP Paribas Fortis (Fortis Bank SA/NV)?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Euro with specialist providers before you send.
Can I use GEBABEBB instead of GEBABEBB00A?
GEBABEBB points to the main office of BNP Paribas Fortis (Fortis Bank SA/NV), while GEBABEBB00A is BNP Paribas Fortis (Fortis Bank SA/NV). For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use GEBABEBB00A if the recipient asks for it.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.