SWIFT/BIC code NBBEBEBB273
NBBEBEBB273 belongs to Banque Nationale de Belgique in Brussels, Belgium.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NBBEBEBB273 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NBBEBEBB |
| Branch code | 273 |
| Bank | Banque Nationale de Belgique |
| Branch | Accounts Division |
| City | Brussels |
| Country | Belgium |
How the Banque Nationale de Belgique SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- NBBE 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.
- 273 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 branch is behind BIC NBBEBEBB273?
NBBEBEBB273 identifies Accounts Division, a branch or department of Banque Nationale de Belgique in Brussels, Belgium. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I enter NBBEBEBB273 with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check NBBEBEBB273 with the recipient before sending.
Can I use NBBEBEBB instead of NBBEBEBB273?
NBBEBEBB points to the main office of Banque Nationale de Belgique, while NBBEBEBB273 points to Accounts Division. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use NBBEBEBB273 if the recipient asks for it.
Does Banque Nationale de Belgique have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 19 SWIFT/BIC codes for Banque Nationale de Belgique in Belgium, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of Banque Nationale de Belgique.
Do I need NBBEBEBB273 to send euros to Belgium?
Belgium belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you do need NBBEBEBB273.
How long does it take to send money to Banque Nationale de Belgique in Belgium?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.