SWIFT/BIC code DIRKNL21XXX
DIRKNL21XXX belongs to Direktbank N.V. in Amstelveen, Netherlands.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | DIRKNL21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | DIRKNL21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Direktbank N.V. |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Amstelveen |
| Country | Netherlands |
How the Direktbank N.V. SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- DIRK 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 institution is behind SWIFT code DIRKNL21XXX?
DIRKNL21XXX identifies the head office of Direktbank N.V. in Amstelveen, Netherlands. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Direktbank N.V..
Are DIRKNL21 and DIRKNL21XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. DIRKNL21 is the short version of DIRKNL21XXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so either version routes your payment to Direktbank N.V. in Amstelveen.
Do I need DIRKNL21XXX for a euro transfer to Netherlands?
Netherlands is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you do need DIRKNL21XXX.
How long does it take to send money to Direktbank N.V.?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Direktbank N.V.?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Euro with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What do the letters in DIRKNL21XXX mean?
DIRK is the institution code of Direktbank N.V., NL is the ISO code of Netherlands, 21 is the code for the city or region and XXX means the head office.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.