KNABNL2H — KNAB
KNABNL2H is the SWIFT/BIC code for KNAB in HOOFDDORP, Netherlands — an 8-character head-office code under ISO 9362.
KNABNL2H is the SWIFT/BIC code for KNAB in HOOFDDORP, Netherlands. It is an 8-character head-office identifier under the ISO 9362 standard.
BIC breakdown (ISO 9362)
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Institution | KNAB |
| Country | Netherlands (NL) |
| Location Code | 2H |
| Branch | None |
| Type | 8-character head-office code (BIC8) |
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Frequently asked questions
What bank does the SWIFT code KNABNL2H belong to?
The SWIFT code KNABNL2H identifies KNAB in HOOFDDORP, Netherlands. This head office code is used for cross-border payments and SWIFT network routing.
What do the parts of the SWIFT code KNABNL2H mean?
The 8 or 11 characters of KNABNL2H are parsed as follows: characters 1-4 (KNAB) represent the bank code for KNAB; characters 5-6 (NL) indicate the country code for Netherlands; characters 7-8 (2H) specify the location code; and the final characters (—) designate the specific branch.
Is the BIC code KNABNL2H active on the SWIFT network?
Yes, the Business Identifier Code (BIC) KNABNL2H is registered under ISO 9362 and is active for routing interbank messages. Location characters '2H' designate it as a primary active participant.
Can I use the head office code KNABNL2H instead of KNABNL2H?
Yes. The 8-character code KNABNL2H represents the primary headquarters of KNAB. The 11-character code KNABNL2H targets the head office directly. If the branch code is unknown, sending payments to KNABNL2H (or KNABNL2HXXX) will route them to the main head office.
What is the physical address of the bank registered to KNABNL2H?
The physical address registered for KNABNL2H is: CAPELLALAAN 25, 2132 JK, HOOFDDORP, Netherlands. Verify this address matches your recipient's branch details before initiating a transaction.
Sources & References
- 🌐 ISO 9362: The official standard defining the Business Identifier Code (BIC) format guidelines.
- 🏢 SWIFT Registration Authority: The organization designated by ISO to register and publish BICs (swift.com).