SWIFT/BIC code KASANL2AECL
KASANL2AECL belongs to Kas Bank N.v in Amsterdam, Netherlands.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | KASANL2AECL |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | KASANL2A |
| Branch code | ECL |
| Bank | Kas Bank N.v |
| Branch | Kas Internal Use |
| City | Amsterdam |
| Country | Netherlands |
How the Kas Bank N.v SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- KASA 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.
- ECL 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 is behind BIC KASANL2AECL?
KASANL2AECL identifies Kas Internal Use, a unit of Kas Bank N.v in Amsterdam, Netherlands. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Kas Bank N.v?
Many banks add 1–3% 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.
How long does a transfer to Kas Bank N.v take in Netherlands?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need KASANL2AECL to send euros to Netherlands?
Netherlands is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need KASANL2AECL.
What does each part of KASANL2AECL stand for?
KASA is the bank code of Kas Bank N.v, NL stands for Netherlands, 2A is the code for the city or region and ECL identifies the department Kas Internal Use.
Can I use KASANL2A instead of KASANL2AECL?
KASANL2A points to the main office of Kas Bank N.v, while KASANL2AECL is Kas Internal Use. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use KASANL2AECL if the recipient asks for it.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.