IBAN check: Belgium

Validate a Belgium IBAN for free. Our tool checks the 16-character format per ISO 13616, extracts the bank code and finds the BIC/SWIFT code from our database of 782 banks.

IBAN format: Belgium

Country codeBE

IBAN length16 characters

CurrencyEuro (EUR)

Bank code3 digits

Account number7 digits

Banks in DB782

Example IBAN: Belgium

BE 68 539 0075 470

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How the IBAN is built in Belgium

The IBAN (International Bank Account Number) in Belgium has 16 characters. It starts with the country code BE, followed by two check digits. The BBAN part (Basic Bank Account Number) then holds the bank code (3 digits, positions 5 to 7 of the IBAN) and the account number (7 digits, positions 8 to 14).

Finding the BIC for Belgium

For Belgium our database holds 782 banks. When you enter a valid Belgium IBAN, we automatically find the BIC/SWIFT code and the bank name. For smaller or newer institutions there may be no entry; the IBAN is still valid in that case.

Frequently asked questions about Belgium IBANs

How long is a Belgium IBAN?+

A Belgium IBAN has exactly 16 characters. It always starts with the country code BE, followed by two check digits and the 12-character BBAN holding the bank code and account number.

How do I find the BIC/SWIFT code for a Belgium IBAN?+

Enter the IBAN in the tool above. We extract the 3-digit bank code and look up the matching BIC in our database of 782 banks from Belgium. The BIC (also called the SWIFT code) is needed for international transfers.

Can I receive SEPA transfers with a Belgium IBAN?+

Yes. Belgium is part of the SEPA area. With a valid IBAN you can send and receive euro transfers across 36 European countries, usually within one business day and on the same terms as domestic transfers.