SWIFT/BIC code NBBEBEBBHCC
NBBEBEBBHCC belongs to Banque Nationale de Belgique in Brussels, Belgium.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NBBEBEBBHCC |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NBBEBEBB |
| Branch code | HCC |
| Bank | Banque Nationale de Belgique |
| Branch | Hoofdkas Caisse Centrale |
| City | Brussels |
| Country | Belgium |
The way the Banque Nationale de Belgique SWIFT/BIC works
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.
- HCC 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 is behind BIC NBBEBEBBHCC?
NBBEBEBBHCC identifies Hoofdkas Caisse Centrale, a branch or department of Banque Nationale de Belgique in Brussels, Belgium. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I enter NBBEBEBBHCC with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check NBBEBEBBHCC against the details from Banque Nationale de Belgique before you confirm.
Has Banque Nationale de Belgique got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 19 SWIFT/BIC codes for Banque Nationale de Belgique in Belgium. You can see them all on the bank page.
Can I use NBBEBEBB instead of NBBEBEBBHCC?
NBBEBEBB points to the head office of Banque Nationale de Belgique, while NBBEBEBBHCC is Hoofdkas Caisse Centrale. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use NBBEBEBBHCC if the recipient asks for it.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Banque Nationale de Belgique?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Euro with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Do I need NBBEBEBBHCC to send euros to Belgium?
Belgium is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you still need NBBEBEBBHCC.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.