SWIFT/BIC code FOSPDK21XXX
FOSPDK21XXX belongs to Folkesparekassen in Silkeborg, Denmark.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | FOSPDK21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | FOSPDK21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Folkesparekassen |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Silkeborg |
| Country | Denmark |
How the Folkesparekassen SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- FOSP Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- DK 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 uses SWIFT code FOSPDK21XXX?
FOSPDK21XXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the head office of Folkesparekassen in Silkeborg, Denmark. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Folkesparekassen.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Folkesparekassen?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Danish Krone with transfer services before you send.
How long does it take to send money to Folkesparekassen?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need FOSPDK21XXX to send euros to Denmark?
Denmark belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you do need FOSPDK21XXX.
Is FOSPDK21 and FOSPDK21XXX the same code?
Yes. FOSPDK21 is the 8-character version of FOSPDK21XXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so either version routes your payment to Folkesparekassen in Silkeborg.
What do the letters in FOSPDK21XXX mean?
FOSP is the bank code of Folkesparekassen, DK is the ISO code of Denmark, 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.