SWIFT/BIC code SWHQBECACMC
SWHQBECACMC belongs to Swift Headquarters in La Hulpe, Belgium.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SWHQBECACMC |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SWHQBECA |
| Branch code | CMC |
| Bank | Swift Headquarters |
| Branch | S.w.i.f.t. Card Management Center |
| City | La Hulpe |
| 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.
- CMC 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 uses SWIFT code SWHQBECACMC?
SWHQBECACMC is the SWIFT/BIC code of S.w.i.f.t. Card Management Center, part of Swift Headquarters in La Hulpe, Belgium. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Does Swift Headquarters have other 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. You can see them all on the bank page.
How long does a transfer to Swift Headquarters take in Belgium?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need SWHQBECACMC 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 SWHQBECACMC.
Can I use SWHQBECA instead of SWHQBECACMC?
SWHQBECA points to the main office of Swift Headquarters, while SWHQBECACMC points to S.w.i.f.t. Card Management Center. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use SWHQBECACMC if the recipient asks for it.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Swift Headquarters in Belgium?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Euro with specialist providers before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.