SWIFT/BIC code NWABNL2GXXX

NWABNL2GXXX belongs to Nederlandse Waterschapsbank N.V. in Den Haag, Netherlands.

NWABNL2GXXX

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeNWABNL2GXXX
8-character codeNWABNL2G
Branch codeXXX
BankNederlandse Waterschapsbank N.V.
BranchHead office
CityDen Haag
CountryNetherlands

The way the Nederlandse Waterschapsbank N.V. SWIFT/BIC is structured

A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:

NWAB Bank code
4 letters that identify the bank.
NL Country code
2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
2G 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 SWIFT code NWABNL2GXXX?

The code NWABNL2GXXX belongs to the main office of Nederlandse Waterschapsbank N.V. in Den Haag, Netherlands. Use it when a payment to Nederlandse Waterschapsbank N.V. does not need a specific branch.

What does each part of NWABNL2GXXX stand for?

NWAB is the bank code of Nederlandse Waterschapsbank N.V., NL is the ISO code of Netherlands, 2G is the location code and XXX marks the head office.

Do I need NWABNL2GXXX for a euro transfer to Netherlands?

Netherlands is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you still need NWABNL2GXXX.

How long does it take to send money to Nederlandse Waterschapsbank N.V.?

SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

Are NWABNL2G and NWABNL2GXXX the same SWIFT code?

Yes. NWABNL2G is the 8-character version of NWABNL2GXXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so either version routes your payment to Nederlandse Waterschapsbank N.V. in Den Haag.

What is the best way to send money to Nederlandse Waterschapsbank N.V.?

Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive 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.