SWIFT/BIC code SWHQBEBBSHR
SWHQBEBBSHR belongs to S.w.i.f.t. Headquarters in La Hulpe, Belgium.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SWHQBEBBSHR |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SWHQBEBB |
| Branch code | SHR |
| Bank | S.w.i.f.t. Headquarters |
| Branch | Shareholding |
| City | La Hulpe |
| Country | Belgium |
The way the S.w.i.f.t. Headquarters SWIFT/BIC is built up
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.
- SHR 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 SWHQBEBBSHR?
SWHQBEBBSHR is the SWIFT/BIC code of Shareholding, a branch or department of S.w.i.f.t. Headquarters in La Hulpe, Belgium. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Do I need SWHQBEBBSHR for a euro transfer to Belgium?
Belgium is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need SWHQBEBBSHR.
What happens if I use SWHQBEBBSHR incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check SWHQBEBBSHR with the recipient before sending.
How long does it take to send money to S.w.i.f.t. Headquarters?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What is the cheapest way to send money to S.w.i.f.t. Headquarters in Belgium?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Euro with transfer services before you send.
Has S.w.i.f.t. Headquarters got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 27 SWIFT/BIC codes for S.w.i.f.t. Headquarters in Belgium, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.