AGFGBEBB — AGFA-GEVAERT NV
AGFGBEBB is the SWIFT/BIC code for AGFA-GEVAERT NV in MORTSEL, Belgium — an 8-character head-office code under ISO 9362.
AGFGBEBB is the SWIFT/BIC code for AGFA-GEVAERT NV in MORTSEL, Belgium. It is an 8-character head-office identifier under the ISO 9362 standard.
BIC breakdown (ISO 9362)
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Institution | AGFA-GEVAERT NV |
| Country | Belgium (BE) |
| Location Code | BB |
| Branch | None |
| Type | 8-character head-office code (BIC8) |
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Frequently asked questions
What bank does the SWIFT code AGFGBEBB belong to?
The SWIFT code AGFGBEBB identifies AGFA-GEVAERT NV in MORTSEL, Belgium. This head office code is used for cross-border payments and SWIFT network routing.
What do the parts of the SWIFT code AGFGBEBB mean?
The 8 or 11 characters of AGFGBEBB are parsed as follows: characters 1-4 (AGFG) represent the bank code for AGFA-GEVAERT NV; characters 5-6 (BE) indicate the country code for Belgium; characters 7-8 (BB) specify the location code; and the final characters (—) designate the specific branch.
Is the BIC code AGFGBEBB active on the SWIFT network?
Yes, the Business Identifier Code (BIC) AGFGBEBB is registered under ISO 9362 and is active for routing interbank messages. Location characters 'BB' designate it as a primary active participant.
Can I use the head office code AGFGBEBB instead of AGFGBEBB?
Yes. The 8-character code AGFGBEBB represents the primary headquarters of AGFA-GEVAERT NV. The 11-character code AGFGBEBB targets the head office directly. If the branch code is unknown, sending payments to AGFGBEBB (or AGFGBEBBXXX) will route them to the main head office.
What is the physical address of the bank registered to AGFGBEBB?
The physical address registered for AGFGBEBB is: SEPTESTRAAT 27, 2640, MORTSEL, Belgium. Verify this address matches your recipient's branch details before initiating a transaction.
Sources & References
- 🌐 ISO 9362: The official standard defining the Business Identifier Code (BIC) format guidelines.
- 🏢 SWIFT Registration Authority: The organization designated by ISO to register and publish BICs (swift.com).