SWIFT/BIC code ABNANL2ARET
ABNANL2ARET belongs to ABN Amro Bank N.V. in Breda, Netherlands.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ABNANL2ARET |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ABNANL2A |
| Branch code | RET |
| Bank | ABN Amro Bank N.V. |
| Branch | Euroclear Nederland Retail |
| City | Breda |
| Country | Netherlands |
The way the ABN Amro Bank N.V. SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- ABNA Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- NL Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 2A Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- RET 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 branch is behind SWIFT/BIC code ABNANL2ARET?
ABNANL2ARET identifies Euroclear Nederland Retail, part of ABN Amro Bank N.V. in Breda, Netherlands. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Can I use ABNANL2A instead of ABNANL2ARET?
ABNANL2A points to the main office of ABN Amro Bank N.V., while ABNANL2ARET is Euroclear Nederland Retail. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use ABNANL2ARET if the recipient asks for it.
What does each part of ABNANL2ARET stand for?
ABNA is the institution code of ABN Amro Bank N.V., NL is the ISO code of Netherlands, 2A is the location code and RET identifies the branch Euroclear Nederland Retail.
Has ABN Amro Bank N.V. got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 12 SWIFT/BIC codes for ABN Amro Bank N.V. in Netherlands. All of them are listed on the page of ABN Amro Bank N.V..
What is the best way to send money to ABN Amro Bank N.V.?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Euro with transfer services before you send.
What happens if I use ABNANL2ARET incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check ABNANL2ARET against the details from ABN Amro Bank N.V. before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.