SWIFT/BIC code EMCFNL2AXXX
EMCFNL2AXXX belongs to European Central Counterparty N.V. in Amsterdam, Netherlands.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | EMCFNL2AXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | EMCFNL2A |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | European Central Counterparty N.V. |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Amsterdam |
| Country | Netherlands |
How the European Central Counterparty N.V. SWIFT/BIC is structured
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.
- 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
What bank is behind BIC EMCFNL2AXXX?
EMCFNL2AXXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the headquarters of European Central Counterparty N.V. in Amsterdam, Netherlands. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at European Central Counterparty N.V..
Has European Central Counterparty N.V. got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 5 SWIFT/BIC codes for European Central Counterparty N.V. in Netherlands, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of European Central Counterparty N.V..
Do I need EMCFNL2AXXX for a euro transfer to Netherlands?
Netherlands belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you still need EMCFNL2AXXX.
How long does it take to send money to European Central Counterparty N.V.?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Are EMCFNL2A and EMCFNL2AXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. EMCFNL2A is the short version of EMCFNL2AXXX. XXX simply means head office, so both will reach European Central Counterparty N.V. in Amsterdam.
What happens if I use EMCFNL2AXXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check EMCFNL2AXXX against the details from European Central Counterparty N.V. before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.