SWIFT/BIC code STPHNL21XXX
STPHNL21XXX belongs to Stichting Pensioenfonds Hoogovens in Ijmuiden, Netherlands.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | STPHNL21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | STPHNL21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Stichting Pensioenfonds Hoogovens |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Ijmuiden |
| Country | Netherlands |
The way the Stichting Pensioenfonds Hoogovens SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- STPH 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 is behind BIC STPHNL21XXX?
STPHNL21XXX identifies the main office of Stichting Pensioenfonds Hoogovens in Ijmuiden, Netherlands. It is the code to use when a payment to Stichting Pensioenfonds Hoogovens does not need a specific branch.
Is STPHNL21 and STPHNL21XXX the same code?
Yes, they are. STPHNL21 is the 8-character version of STPHNL21XXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so both will reach Stichting Pensioenfonds Hoogovens in Ijmuiden.
How long does a transfer to Stichting Pensioenfonds Hoogovens take in Netherlands?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What is the best way to send money to Stichting Pensioenfonds Hoogovens in Netherlands?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Euro with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Do I need STPHNL21XXX for a euro transfer to Netherlands?
Netherlands belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need STPHNL21XXX.
What happens if I use STPHNL21XXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check STPHNL21XXX against the details from Stichting Pensioenfonds Hoogovens before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.