SWIFT/BIC code TECTNL21XXX
TECTNL21XXX belongs to Bank Ten Cate and Cie NV in Amsterdam, Netherlands.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | TECTNL21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | TECTNL21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Bank Ten Cate and Cie NV |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Amsterdam |
| Country | Netherlands |
How the Bank Ten Cate and Cie NV SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- TECT 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 TECTNL21XXX?
TECTNL21XXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the headquarters of Bank Ten Cate and Cie NV in Amsterdam, Netherlands. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Bank Ten Cate and Cie NV.
What happens if I enter TECTNL21XXX incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check TECTNL21XXX with the recipient before sending.
What does each part of TECTNL21XXX mean?
TECT is the institution code of Bank Ten Cate and Cie NV, NL stands for Netherlands, 21 is the location code and XXX marks the main office.
How long does it take to send money to Bank Ten Cate and Cie NV in Netherlands?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need TECTNL21XXX for a euro transfer to Netherlands?
Netherlands is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need TECTNL21XXX.
Are TECTNL21 and TECTNL21XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. TECTNL21 is the short version of TECTNL21XXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so either version will reach Bank Ten Cate and Cie NV in Amsterdam.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.