KREDBEB2 — KBC BANK N.V.
KREDBEB2 is the SWIFT/BIC code for KBC BANK N.V. in BRUSSELS, Belgium — an 8-character head-office code under ISO 9362.
KREDBEB2 is the SWIFT/BIC code for KBC BANK N.V. in BRUSSELS, Belgium. It is an 8-character head-office identifier under the ISO 9362 standard.
BIC breakdown (ISO 9362)
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Institution | KBC BANK N.V. |
| Country | Belgium (BE) |
| Location Code | B2 |
| Branch | None |
| Type | 8-character head-office code (BIC8) |
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Frequently asked questions
What bank does the SWIFT code KREDBEB2 belong to?
The SWIFT code KREDBEB2 identifies KBC BANK N.V. in BRUSSELS, Belgium. This head office code is used for cross-border payments and SWIFT network routing.
What do the parts of the SWIFT code KREDBEB2 mean?
The 8 or 11 characters of KREDBEB2 are parsed as follows: characters 1-4 (KRED) represent the bank code for KBC BANK N.V.; characters 5-6 (BE) indicate the country code for Belgium; characters 7-8 (B2) specify the location code; and the final characters (—) designate the specific branch.
Is the BIC code KREDBEB2 active on the SWIFT network?
Yes, the Business Identifier Code (BIC) KREDBEB2 is registered under ISO 9362 and is active for routing interbank messages. Location characters 'B2' designate it as a primary active participant.
Can I use the head office code KREDBEB2 instead of KREDBEB2?
Yes. The 8-character code KREDBEB2 represents the primary headquarters of KBC BANK N.V.. The 11-character code KREDBEB2 targets the head office directly. If the branch code is unknown, sending payments to KREDBEB2 (or KREDBEB2XXX) will route them to the main head office.
What is the physical address of the bank registered to KREDBEB2?
The physical address registered for KREDBEB2 is: HAVENLAAN 2, 1080, BRUSSELS, 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).