SWIFT/BIC code SWHQBEBBODD
SWHQBEBBODD belongs to S.w.i.f.t. Headquarters in La Hulpe, Belgium.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SWHQBEBBODD |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SWHQBEBB |
| Branch code | ODD |
| Bank | S.w.i.f.t. Headquarters |
| Branch | — |
| 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.
- ODD 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 SWHQBEBBODD?
The code SWHQBEBBODD belongs to S.w.i.f.t. Headquarters, a unit of S.w.i.f.t. Headquarters in La Hulpe, Belgium. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
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 2–4 business days.
Do I need SWHQBEBBODD 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 do need SWHQBEBBODD.
What happens if I enter SWHQBEBBODD with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check SWHQBEBBODD with the recipient before sending.
Can I use SWHQBEBB instead of SWHQBEBBODD?
SWHQBEBB points to the head office of S.w.i.f.t. Headquarters, while SWHQBEBBODD points to S.w.i.f.t. Headquarters. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention SWHQBEBBODD.
What do the letters in SWHQBEBBODD stand for?
SWHQ is the institution code of S.w.i.f.t. Headquarters, BE stands for Belgium, BB is the code for the city or region and ODD is the code of the branch S.w.i.f.t. Headquarters.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.