SWIFT/BIC code GKCCBEBBXXX
GKCCBEBBXXX belongs to Belfius Bank SA/NV in Brussels, Belgium.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | GKCCBEBBXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | GKCCBEBB |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Belfius Bank SA/NV |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Brussels |
| Country | Belgium |
How the Belfius Bank SA/NV SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- GKCC 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
Which institution is behind BIC GKCCBEBBXXX?
GKCCBEBBXXX identifies the head office of Belfius Bank SA/NV in Brussels, Belgium. Use it when a payment to Belfius Bank SA/NV does not need a specific branch.
What is the best way to send money to Belfius Bank SA/NV?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Euro with specialist providers before you send.
What does each part of GKCCBEBBXXX mean?
GKCC is the institution code of Belfius Bank SA/NV, BE is the ISO code of Belgium, BB is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the head office.
Do I need GKCCBEBBXXX to send euros to Belgium?
Belgium is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need GKCCBEBBXXX.
How long does it take to send money to Belfius Bank SA/NV?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Is GKCCBEBB and GKCCBEBBXXX the same code?
Yes, they are. GKCCBEBB is the short version of GKCCBEBBXXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so either version routes your payment to Belfius Bank SA/NV in Brussels.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.