SWIFT/BIC code NAETBE21XXX
NAETBE21XXX belongs to Ethias SA in Liege, Belgium.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NAETBE21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NAETBE21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Ethias SA |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Liege |
| Country | Belgium |
How the Ethias SA SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- NAET Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- BE Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 21 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 bank uses SWIFT/BIC code NAETBE21XXX?
NAETBE21XXX identifies the main office of Ethias SA in Liege, Belgium. It is the code to use when a payment to Ethias SA does not need a specific branch.
What happens if I enter NAETBE21XXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check NAETBE21XXX with the recipient before sending.
Does Ethias SA have a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, NAETBE21XXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code listed for Ethias SA in Belgium, so there is no branch code to choose.
What is the best way to send money to Ethias SA in Belgium?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Euro with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
What do the letters in NAETBE21XXX mean?
NAET is the institution code of Ethias SA, BE is the ISO code of Belgium, 21 is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the main office.
Is NAETBE21 and NAETBE21XXX the same code?
Yes. NAETBE21 is the 8-character version of NAETBE21XXX. XXX simply means head office, so either version routes your payment to Ethias SA in Liege.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.