SWIFT/BIC code SWHQNLNLXXX
SWHQNLNLXXX belongs to Swift Customer Service Centre Europe in Customer Service Centre Europe, Netherlands.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SWHQNLNLXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SWHQNLNL |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Swift Customer Service Centre Europe |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Customer Service Centre Europe |
| Country | Netherlands |
The way the Swift Customer Service Centre Europe SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- SWHQ Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- NL Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- NL 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 SWHQNLNLXXX?
SWHQNLNLXXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the headquarters of Swift Customer Service Centre Europe in Customer Service Centre Europe, Netherlands. It is the code to use when a payment to Swift Customer Service Centre Europe does not need a specific branch.
How long does a transfer to Swift Customer Service Centre Europe take?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need SWHQNLNLXXX for a euro transfer 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 SWHQNLNLXXX.
Are SWHQNLNL and SWHQNLNLXXX the same code?
Yes. SWHQNLNL is the short version of SWHQNLNLXXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so either version will reach Swift Customer Service Centre Europe in Customer Service Centre Europe.
What happens if I enter SWHQNLNLXXX incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check SWHQNLNLXXX with the recipient before sending.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Swift Customer Service Centre Europe?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Euro with transfer services before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.