SWIFT/BIC code SWHQBEBBMKT
SWHQBEBBMKT belongs to S.w.i.f.t. Headquarters in La Hulpe, Belgium.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SWHQBEBBMKT |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SWHQBEBB |
| Branch code | MKT |
| Bank | S.w.i.f.t. Headquarters |
| Branch | Marketing |
| City | La Hulpe |
| Country | Belgium |
How the S.w.i.f.t. Headquarters SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- SWHQ 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.
- MKT 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 uses SWIFT code SWHQBEBBMKT?
The code SWHQBEBBMKT belongs to Marketing, part of S.w.i.f.t. Headquarters in La Hulpe, Belgium. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I use SWHQBEBBMKT with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check SWHQBEBBMKT against the details from S.w.i.f.t. Headquarters before sending.
How long does it take to send money to S.w.i.f.t. Headquarters?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need SWHQBEBBMKT for a euro transfer to Belgium?
Belgium is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you still need SWHQBEBBMKT.
What is the cheapest way to send money to S.w.i.f.t. Headquarters?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Euro with specialist providers before you send.
Can I use SWHQBEBB instead of SWHQBEBBMKT?
SWHQBEBB points to the head office of S.w.i.f.t. Headquarters, while SWHQBEBBMKT points to Marketing. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use SWHQBEBBMKT if the recipient asks for it.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.