SWIFT/BIC code GEBABEBB09A
GEBABEBB09A belongs to BNP Paribas Fortis (Fortis Bank SA/NV) in Mons, Belgium.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | GEBABEBB09A |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | GEBABEBB |
| Branch code | 09A |
| Bank | BNP Paribas Fortis (Fortis Bank SA/NV) |
| Branch | — |
| City | Mons |
| 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.
- 09A 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 bank is behind SWIFT code GEBABEBB09A?
GEBABEBB09A is the SWIFT/BIC code of BNP Paribas Fortis (Fortis Bank SA/NV), a branch or department of BNP Paribas Fortis (Fortis Bank SA/NV) in Mons, Belgium. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I enter GEBABEBB09A with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check GEBABEBB09A with the recipient before you confirm.
Can I use GEBABEBB instead of GEBABEBB09A?
GEBABEBB points to the head office of BNP Paribas Fortis (Fortis Bank SA/NV), while GEBABEBB09A points to BNP Paribas Fortis (Fortis Bank SA/NV). Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use GEBABEBB09A if the recipient asks for it.
Do I need GEBABEBB09A to send euros to Belgium?
Belgium belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need GEBABEBB09A.
How long does it take to send money to BNP Paribas Fortis (Fortis Bank SA/NV) in Belgium?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What does each part of GEBABEBB09A 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 09A is the code of the branch 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.