SWIFT/BIC code SWHQBECACIO
SWHQBECACIO belongs to Swift Headquarters in Brussels, Belgium.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SWHQBECACIO |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SWHQBECA |
| Branch code | CIO |
| Bank | Swift Headquarters |
| Branch | Security Management Centre |
| City | Brussels |
| Country | Belgium |
The way the Swift Headquarters SWIFT/BIC works
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).
- CA Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- CIO 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 is behind SWIFT code SWHQBECACIO?
SWHQBECACIO identifies Security Management Centre, a branch or department of Swift Headquarters in Brussels, Belgium. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What do the letters in SWHQBECACIO stand for?
SWHQ is the institution code of Swift Headquarters, BE is the ISO code of Belgium, CA is the code for the city or region and CIO identifies the branch Security Management Centre.
What is the best way to send money to Swift Headquarters?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Euro with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Does Swift Headquarters have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 8 SWIFT/BIC codes for Swift Headquarters in Belgium, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of Swift Headquarters.
What happens if I use SWHQBECACIO with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check SWHQBECACIO with the recipient before sending.
How long does it take to send money to Swift Headquarters in Belgium?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.