SWIFT/BIC code SKJBDK22VAR

SKJBDK22VAR belongs to Skjern Bank in Varde, Denmark.

SKJBDK22VAR

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeSKJBDK22VAR
8-character codeSKJBDK22
Branch codeVAR
BankSkjern Bank
Branch—
CityVarde
CountryDenmark

The way the Skjern Bank SWIFT/BIC is built up

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

SKJB Bank code
4 letters that identify the bank.
DK Country code
2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
22 Location code
2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
VAR 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 branch is behind BIC SKJBDK22VAR?

SKJBDK22VAR identifies Skjern Bank, part of Skjern Bank in Varde, Denmark. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

Can I use SKJBDK22 instead of SKJBDK22VAR?

SKJBDK22 points to the main office of Skjern Bank, while SKJBDK22VAR is Skjern Bank. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use SKJBDK22VAR if the recipient asks for it.

What do the letters in SKJBDK22VAR mean?

SKJB is the institution code of Skjern Bank, DK is the ISO code of Denmark, 22 is the location code and VAR identifies the branch Skjern Bank.

How long does it take to send money to Skjern Bank in Denmark?

SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

Do I need SKJBDK22VAR for a euro transfer to Denmark?

Denmark belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you still need SKJBDK22VAR.

What is the cheapest way to send money to Skjern Bank?

Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Danish Krone with transfer services 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.