SWIFT/BIC code ABNCNL2AFOR
ABNCNL2AFOR belongs to ABN Amro Clearing Bank N.V. in Amsterdam, Netherlands.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ABNCNL2AFOR |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ABNCNL2A |
| Branch code | FOR |
| Bank | ABN Amro Clearing Bank N.V. |
| Branch | Margin Account |
| City | Amsterdam |
| Country | Netherlands |
The way the ABN Amro Clearing Bank N.V. SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- ABNC 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.
- FOR 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
What bank uses SWIFT code ABNCNL2AFOR?
The code ABNCNL2AFOR belongs to Margin Account, part of ABN Amro Clearing Bank N.V. in Amsterdam, Netherlands. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I enter ABNCNL2AFOR with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check ABNCNL2AFOR with the recipient before sending.
What is the cheapest way to send money to ABN Amro Clearing Bank N.V.?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Euro with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Can I use ABNCNL2A instead of ABNCNL2AFOR?
ABNCNL2A is the head office of ABN Amro Clearing Bank N.V., while ABNCNL2AFOR points to Margin Account. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use ABNCNL2AFOR if the recipient asks for it.
How long does a transfer to ABN Amro Clearing Bank N.V. take?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need ABNCNL2AFOR for a euro transfer to Netherlands?
Netherlands belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you still need ABNCNL2AFOR.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.