SWIFT/BIC code DKNBDKK3XXX

DKNBDKK3XXX belongs to Danmarks Nationalbank in Copenhagen, Denmark.

DKNBDKK3XXX

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeDKNBDKK3XXX
8-character codeDKNBDKK3
Branch codeXXX
BankDanmarks Nationalbank
BranchHead office
CityCopenhagen
CountryDenmark

The way the Danmarks Nationalbank SWIFT/BIC is structured

A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:

DKNB Bank code
4 letters that identify the bank.
DK Country code
2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
K3 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 uses SWIFT code DKNBDKK3XXX?

The code DKNBDKK3XXX belongs to the headquarters of Danmarks Nationalbank in Copenhagen, Denmark. Use it when a payment to Danmarks Nationalbank does not need a specific branch.

What happens if I use DKNBDKK3XXX incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check DKNBDKK3XXX against the details from Danmarks Nationalbank before you confirm.

What is the best way to send money to Danmarks Nationalbank?

Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Danish Krone with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.

Are DKNBDKK3 and DKNBDKK3XXX the same code?

Yes, they are. DKNBDKK3 is the short version of DKNBDKK3XXX. XXX simply means head office, so either version will reach Danmarks Nationalbank in Copenhagen.

Has Danmarks Nationalbank got more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes – our database contains 5 SWIFT/BIC codes for Danmarks Nationalbank in Denmark. All of them are listed on the page of Danmarks Nationalbank.

How long does a transfer to Danmarks Nationalbank take?

SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.