SWIFT/BIC code PCHQBEBBXXX
PCHQBEBBXXX belongs to Bpost in Brussels, Belgium.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | PCHQBEBBXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | PCHQBEBB |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Bpost |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Brussels |
| Country | Belgium |
How the Bpost SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- PCHQ 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.
- 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 institution uses SWIFT/BIC code PCHQBEBBXXX?
PCHQBEBBXXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the headquarters of Bpost in Brussels, Belgium. It is the code to use when a payment to Bpost does not need a specific branch.
Is PCHQBEBB and PCHQBEBBXXX the same code?
Yes. PCHQBEBB is the 8-character version of PCHQBEBBXXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so both routes your payment to Bpost in Brussels.
Do I need PCHQBEBBXXX for a euro transfer to Belgium?
Belgium is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need PCHQBEBBXXX.
How long does it take to send money to Bpost in Belgium?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What happens if I use PCHQBEBBXXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check PCHQBEBBXXX with the recipient before you confirm.
Does Bpost use a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – PCHQBEBBXXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code listed for Bpost in Belgium, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.