SWIFT/BIC code HANDDKKKCUS
HANDDKKKCUS belongs to Handelsbanken in Copenhagen, Denmark.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HANDDKKKCUS |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HANDDKKK |
| Branch code | CUS |
| Bank | Handelsbanken |
| Branch | Nordic Custody Services |
| City | Copenhagen |
| Country | Denmark |
How the Handelsbanken SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- HAND Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- DK Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- KK Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- CUS 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 code HANDDKKKCUS?
The code HANDDKKKCUS belongs to Nordic Custody Services, a unit of Handelsbanken in Copenhagen, Denmark. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I enter HANDDKKKCUS incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check HANDDKKKCUS against the details from Handelsbanken before sending.
What is the best way to send money to Handelsbanken in Denmark?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Danish Krone with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Has Handelsbanken got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 2 SWIFT/BIC codes for Handelsbanken in Denmark, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.
What does each part of HANDDKKKCUS mean?
HAND is the institution code of Handelsbanken, DK stands for Denmark, KK is the location code and CUS identifies the branch Nordic Custody Services.
Do I need HANDDKKKCUS for a euro transfer to Denmark?
Denmark is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need HANDDKKKCUS.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.