SWIFT/BIC code COVHNL21XXX
COVHNL21XXX belongs to Converse Netherlands B.V. in Hilversum, Netherlands.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | COVHNL21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | COVHNL21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Converse Netherlands B.V. |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Hilversum |
| Country | Netherlands |
How the Converse Netherlands B.V. SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- COVH Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- NL Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 21 Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- XXX 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 bank is behind SWIFT code COVHNL21XXX?
COVHNL21XXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the headquarters of Converse Netherlands B.V. in Hilversum, Netherlands. Use it when a payment to Converse Netherlands B.V. does not need a specific branch.
What does each part of COVHNL21XXX mean?
COVH is the bank code of Converse Netherlands B.V., NL is the ISO code of Netherlands, 21 is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the head office.
Do I need COVHNL21XXX to send euros to Netherlands?
Netherlands belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you still need COVHNL21XXX.
What is the best way to send money to Converse Netherlands B.V.?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Euro with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
How long does a transfer to Converse Netherlands B.V. take?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Are COVHNL21 and COVHNL21XXX the same code?
Yes. COVHNL21 is the short version of COVHNL21XXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so either version will reach Converse Netherlands B.V. in Hilversum.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.