SWIFT/BIC code SWHQBECACKC
SWHQBECACKC belongs to Swift Headquarters in La Hulpe, Belgium.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SWHQBECACKC |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SWHQBECA |
| Branch code | CKC |
| Bank | Swift Headquarters |
| Branch | S.w.i.f.t. Key Certificate Center |
| City | La Hulpe |
| Country | Belgium |
How the Swift 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).
- CA Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- CKC 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 SWHQBECACKC?
SWHQBECACKC identifies S.w.i.f.t. Key Certificate Center, part of Swift Headquarters in La Hulpe, Belgium. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use SWHQBECA instead of SWHQBECACKC?
SWHQBECA points to the main office of Swift Headquarters, while SWHQBECACKC is S.w.i.f.t. Key Certificate Center. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use SWHQBECACKC if the recipient asks for it.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Swift Headquarters in Belgium?
Many banks 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.
What does each part of SWHQBECACKC mean?
SWHQ is the bank code of Swift Headquarters, BE stands for Belgium, CA is the code for the city or region and CKC is the code of the branch S.w.i.f.t. Key Certificate Center.
Has Swift Headquarters got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 8 SWIFT/BIC codes for Swift Headquarters in Belgium. All of them are listed on the page of Swift Headquarters.
What happens if I enter SWHQBECACKC with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check SWHQBECACKC with the recipient before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.