SWIFT/BIC code MGTCBEBEL08
MGTCBEBEL08 belongs to Euroclear Bank S.a / N.v in Brussels, Belgium.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MGTCBEBEL08 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MGTCBEBE |
| Branch code | L08 |
| 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 built up
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.
- L08 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 uses BIC MGTCBEBEL08?
The code MGTCBEBEL08 belongs to Lch Client, a branch or department of Euroclear Bank S.a / N.v in Brussels, Belgium. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I enter MGTCBEBEL08 with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check MGTCBEBEL08 with the recipient before you confirm.
Do I need MGTCBEBEL08 for a euro transfer 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 MGTCBEBEL08.
How long does it take to send money to Euroclear Bank S.a / N.v in Belgium?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
What does each part of MGTCBEBEL08 mean?
MGTC is the bank code of Euroclear Bank S.a / N.v, BE stands for Belgium, BE is the code for the city or region and L08 identifies the branch Lch Client.
Can I use MGTCBEBE instead of MGTCBEBEL08?
MGTCBEBE is the main office of Euroclear Bank S.a / N.v, while MGTCBEBEL08 is Lch Client. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention MGTCBEBEL08.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.