SWIFT/BIC code OPTVNL21XXX
OPTVNL21XXX belongs to Optiver Vof in Amsterdam, Netherlands.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | OPTVNL21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | OPTVNL21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Optiver Vof |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Amsterdam |
| Country | Netherlands |
The way the Optiver Vof SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- OPTV Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- NL 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
What bank uses BIC OPTVNL21XXX?
OPTVNL21XXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the headquarters of Optiver Vof in Amsterdam, Netherlands. It is the code to use when a payment to Optiver Vof does not need a specific branch.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Optiver Vof?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Euro with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Does Optiver Vof have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 2 SWIFT/BIC codes for Optiver Vof in Netherlands. All of them are listed on the page of Optiver Vof.
Are OPTVNL21 and OPTVNL21XXX the same code?
Yes, they are. OPTVNL21 is the 8-character version of OPTVNL21XXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so either version routes your payment to Optiver Vof in Amsterdam.
What happens if I use OPTVNL21XXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check OPTVNL21XXX with the recipient before you confirm.
Do I need OPTVNL21XXX for a euro transfer to Netherlands?
Netherlands is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you do need OPTVNL21XXX.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.