SWIFT/BIC code GEBABEBB07A
GEBABEBB07A belongs to BNP Paribas Fortis (Fortis Bank SA/NV) in Liege, Belgium.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | GEBABEBB07A |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | GEBABEBB |
| Branch code | 07A |
| Bank | BNP Paribas Fortis (Fortis Bank SA/NV) |
| Branch | — |
| City | Liege |
| Country | Belgium |
The way the BNP Paribas Fortis (Fortis Bank SA/NV) SWIFT/BIC is structured
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.
- 07A 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 BIC GEBABEBB07A?
GEBABEBB07A identifies BNP Paribas Fortis (Fortis Bank SA/NV), part of BNP Paribas Fortis (Fortis Bank SA/NV) in Liege, Belgium. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the cheapest way to send money to BNP Paribas Fortis (Fortis Bank SA/NV)?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Euro with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Do I need GEBABEBB07A for a euro transfer to Belgium?
Belgium belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need GEBABEBB07A.
How long does it take to send money to BNP Paribas Fortis (Fortis Bank SA/NV) in Belgium?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
What happens if I enter GEBABEBB07A incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check GEBABEBB07A against the details from BNP Paribas Fortis (Fortis Bank SA/NV) before sending.
Can I use GEBABEBB instead of GEBABEBB07A?
GEBABEBB is the main office of BNP Paribas Fortis (Fortis Bank SA/NV), while GEBABEBB07A is BNP Paribas Fortis (Fortis Bank SA/NV). Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention GEBABEBB07A.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.