SWIFT/BIC code EMCFNL2ACLF
EMCFNL2ACLF belongs to European Central Counterparty N.V. in Amsterdam, Netherlands.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | EMCFNL2ACLF |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | EMCFNL2A |
| Branch code | CLF |
| Bank | European Central Counterparty N.V. |
| Branch | — |
| City | Amsterdam |
| Country | Netherlands |
How the European Central Counterparty N.V. SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- EMCF 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.
- CLF 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 is behind SWIFT/BIC code EMCFNL2ACLF?
EMCFNL2ACLF is the SWIFT/BIC code of European Central Counterparty N.V., a branch or department of European Central Counterparty N.V. in Amsterdam, Netherlands. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What do the letters in EMCFNL2ACLF stand for?
EMCF is the institution code of European Central Counterparty N.V., NL stands for Netherlands, 2A is the location code and CLF identifies the branch European Central Counterparty N.V..
Does European Central Counterparty N.V. have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 5 SWIFT/BIC codes for European Central Counterparty N.V. in Netherlands. All of them are listed on the page of European Central Counterparty N.V..
What happens if I use EMCFNL2ACLF incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check EMCFNL2ACLF against the details from European Central Counterparty N.V. before you confirm.
Can I use EMCFNL2A instead of EMCFNL2ACLF?
EMCFNL2A is the head office of European Central Counterparty N.V., while EMCFNL2ACLF points to European Central Counterparty N.V.. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention EMCFNL2ACLF.
What is the best way to send money to European Central Counterparty N.V. in Netherlands?
Many banks add several percent 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.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.