SWIFT/BIC code MGTCBEBEL05
MGTCBEBEL05 belongs to Euroclear Bank S.a / N.v in Brussels, Belgium.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MGTCBEBEL05 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MGTCBEBE |
| Branch code | L05 |
| Bank | Euroclear Bank S.a / N.v |
| Branch | Lch Client |
| City | Brussels |
| Country | Belgium |
How the Euroclear Bank S.a / N.v SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- MGTC Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- BE Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- BE Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- L05 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code MGTCBEBEL05?
MGTCBEBEL05 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Lch Client, a unit of Euroclear Bank S.a / N.v in Brussels, Belgium. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Has Euroclear Bank S.a / N.v got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 49 SWIFT/BIC codes for Euroclear Bank S.a / N.v in Belgium. All of them are listed on the page of Euroclear Bank S.a / N.v.
Can I use MGTCBEBE instead of MGTCBEBEL05?
MGTCBEBE is the head office of Euroclear Bank S.a / N.v, while MGTCBEBEL05 is Lch Client. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use MGTCBEBEL05 if the recipient asks for it.
What is the best way to send money to Euroclear Bank S.a / N.v in Belgium?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Euro with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
How long does a transfer to Euroclear Bank S.a / N.v take?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need MGTCBEBEL05 to send euros to Belgium?
Belgium belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you still need MGTCBEBEL05.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.