SWIFT/BIC code GEBABEBBXXX
GEBABEBBXXX belongs to BNP Paribas Fortis (Fortis Bank SA/NV) in Brussels, Belgium.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | GEBABEBBXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | GEBABEBB |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | BNP Paribas Fortis (Fortis Bank SA/NV) |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Brussels |
| 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.
- 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 is behind SWIFT code GEBABEBBXXX?
The code GEBABEBBXXX belongs to the main office of BNP Paribas Fortis (Fortis Bank SA/NV) in Brussels, Belgium. Use it when a payment to BNP Paribas Fortis (Fortis Bank SA/NV) does not need a specific branch.
Is GEBABEBB and GEBABEBBXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. GEBABEBB is the short version of GEBABEBBXXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so both routes your payment to BNP Paribas Fortis (Fortis Bank SA/NV) in Brussels.
How long does a transfer to BNP Paribas Fortis (Fortis Bank SA/NV) take?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need GEBABEBBXXX to send euros to Belgium?
Belgium is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you do need GEBABEBBXXX.
What is the best 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 the amount that arrives in Euro with specialist providers before you send.
What does each part of GEBABEBBXXX stand for?
GEBA is the bank code of BNP Paribas Fortis (Fortis Bank SA/NV), BE stands for Belgium, BB is the code for the city or region and XXX means the main office.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.