1 Banque nationale de Belgique
2 ABN AMRO Bank Belgium
3 Anhyp
4 Artesia Bank
5 Bank Corluy
6 BBL Web’Bank
7 CERA Bank
8 Citibank Belgium
9 Fortis
10 Gemeentekrediet
11 Generale Bank
12 Goffin Group
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List of Commercial Banks in Belgium
Published by Gbaf News
Posted on April 19, 2013
1 min read· Last updated: September 24, 2024
Key Takeaways
- Belgium’s banking landscape has evolved with both domestic and international commercial banks.
- Several banks listed are historical or renamed institutions rather than currently active.
- The Banque nationale de Belgique is the central bank, not a commercial bank.
- ABN AMRO Bank Belgium is a significant international commercial bank operating in Belgium.
- Some listed names like Generale Bank and Anhyp reflect legacy institutions or mergers.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Banque nationale de Belgique a commercial bank?
No, it is Belgium’s central bank, not offering retail or commercial banking services ([fr.wikipedia.org](https://fr.wikipedia.org/wiki/Banque_nationale_de_Belgique?utm_source=openai)).
Is ABN AMRO Bank Belgium currently operating commercially in Belgium?
Yes, ABN AMRO operates in Belgium serving corporate, institutional and private clients, with branches across cities ([ecbs.org](https://www.ecbs.org/banks/belgium/abn-amro-bank-nv/view-details.html?utm_source=openai)).
Are Generale Bank and Anhyp still in existence?
Generale Bank is a former major Belgian commercial bank (defunct since 1999) ([en.wikipedia.org](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/G%C3%A9n%C3%A9rale_de_Banque?utm_source=openai)); Anhyp appears to be a legacy or subsidiary brand not currently active under that name.
Does the list include only active banks?
No, the list includes both current institutions and historical or rebranded entities.
What is the central banking authority in Belgium?
The central banking authority is the Banque nationale de Belgique, established in 1850 and part of the Eurosystem ([fr.wikipedia.org](https://fr.wikipedia.org/wiki/Banque_nationale_de_Belgique?utm_source=openai)).
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