SWIFT/BIC Code for ABN AMRO BANK N.V., Rotterdam (2024)

FAQs

What is the SWIFT BIC code abn amro? ›

ABN AMRO's BIC is ABNANL2A. The BIC used to be referred to as the SWIFT code.

The BIC is a code used to reach the right bank or bank branch when processing a transaction; it is consequently only relevant for interbank processing and will be added by the banks. A Dutch IBAN consists of the country code NL, a 2-digit control number and the (abbreviated) name of the payment service provider.

A SWIFT code (sometimes known as a SWIFT Number) are 8 to 11 characters long and made of both letters and numbers. You can typically find them on a bank statement or on your bank's website. The SWIFT code is a format of your BIC (Bank Identification Code), and the two terms are used interchangeably.

All BIC and SWIFT codes consist of 8 to 11 characters long and follow the same format. There are a couple of things worth noting; 11 digit codes refer to specific branches of that company whereas 8 digit codes (or those ending in XXX) refer to the head office of the company.

A SWIFT/BIC code consists of 8-11 characters and follows a format that identifies your bank, country, location, and branch. The first four letters represent the bank and usually look like an abbreviated version of the bank name. These two letters indicate the country where the bank is located.

You will typically be able to find your SWIFT code on bank statements and on your online or app banking. Most often it will be in the same place as your IBAN number.

A Clearing code/Branch code (CHC) is needed for making a payment to an account that doesn't have an IBAN. They are also known as Routing Codes. If you have a SWIFT/BIC or IBAN code then you don't need an NCC. These days they are mostly used for payments outside the EU.

The main difference between an IBAN and SWIFT BIC code lies in what they're used to identify. A SWIFT code refers to a bank, while an IBAN will identify a specific bank account. Basically, a SWIFT number tells you where to pay, and an IBAN tells you who to pay.

What is SWIFT BIC code for international payments? ›

A SWIFT/BIC is an 8-11 character code that identifies your country, city, bank, and branch. Bank code A-Z4 letters representing the bank. It usually looks like a shortened version of that bank's name. Country code A-Z2 letters representing the country the bank is in.

A SWIFT (Society for Worldwide Interbank Financial Telecommunication) a.k.a. BIC code is used to identify a specific bank during an international transfer. The SWIFT network standardized the formats for the IBAN system and owns the BIC system. Oftentimes, both codes are required for an international transaction.

It depends on the recipient's bank. Some banks may have one BIC/ SWIFT code for all their branches, while others have unique SWIFT codes for each of their branches. Plus, since all the branches of a bank may or may not use the SWIFT network, the code usually specifies the bank's head office or primary office.

Check a SWIFT code

Enter a SWIFT/BIC to check it's correct and to find out which bank it belongs to. Alternatively, if you already know the branch details of the bank, our swift code finder tool can assist you in finding the correct swift code for that branch.

An example of a swift code is AAAA-BB-CC-123. Here are the components of a SWIFT code: Bank code: Four letters representing the title of the bank, usually a shortened form of the bank's name. Country code: Two letters representing the country of the bank.

You will typically be able to find your SWIFT code on bank statements and on your online or app banking. Most often it will be in the same place as your IBAN number. Starling customers can see their SWIFT code alongside their IBAN in the app, by selecting Account Information and Account Details.