SWIFT/BIC code GEBABEBB04A
GEBABEBB04A belongs to BNP Paribas Fortis (Fortis Bank SA/NV) in Kortrijk, Belgium.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | GEBABEBB04A |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | GEBABEBB |
| Branch code | 04A |
| Bank | BNP Paribas Fortis (Fortis Bank SA/NV) |
| Branch | — |
| City | Kortrijk |
| Country | Belgium |
How the BNP Paribas Fortis (Fortis Bank SA/NV) SWIFT/BIC is built up
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.
- 04A 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 branch is behind SWIFT/BIC code GEBABEBB04A?
GEBABEBB04A identifies BNP Paribas Fortis (Fortis Bank SA/NV), a unit of BNP Paribas Fortis (Fortis Bank SA/NV) in Kortrijk, Belgium. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
How long does it take to send money to BNP Paribas Fortis (Fortis Bank SA/NV)?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need GEBABEBB04A for a euro transfer to Belgium?
Belgium belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need GEBABEBB04A.
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. Check what you receive in Euro with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What happens if I enter GEBABEBB04A with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check GEBABEBB04A with the recipient before you confirm.
What does each part of GEBABEBB04A stand for?
GEBA is the institution code of BNP Paribas Fortis (Fortis Bank SA/NV), BE stands for Belgium, BB is the code for the city or region and 04A identifies the department BNP Paribas Fortis (Fortis Bank SA/NV).
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.