SWIFT/BIC code SBMSBEBBXXX
SBMSBEBBXXX belongs to Sbms S.A. in Brussels, Belgium.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SBMSBEBBXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SBMSBEBB |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Sbms S.A. |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Brussels |
| Country | Belgium |
How the Sbms S.A. SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- SBMS 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
What bank uses BIC SBMSBEBBXXX?
The code SBMSBEBBXXX belongs to the headquarters of Sbms S.A. in Brussels, Belgium. Use it when a payment to Sbms S.A. does not need a specific branch.
What happens if I use SBMSBEBBXXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check SBMSBEBBXXX against the details from Sbms S.A. before you confirm.
Is SBMSBEBB and SBMSBEBBXXX the same code?
Yes, they are. SBMSBEBB is the short version of SBMSBEBBXXX. XXX simply means head office, so both routes your payment to Sbms S.A. in Brussels.
How long does it take to send money to Sbms S.A.?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need SBMSBEBBXXX for a euro transfer to Belgium?
Belgium is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need SBMSBEBBXXX.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Sbms S.A.?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Euro with specialist providers before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.