SWIFT/BIC code ACBANO21XXX
ACBANO21XXX belongs to Acta Bank ASA in Stavanger, Norway.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ACBANO21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ACBANO21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Acta Bank ASA |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Stavanger |
| Country | Norway |
How the Acta Bank ASA SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- ACBA Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- NO 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 SWIFT code ACBANO21XXX?
ACBANO21XXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the main office of Acta Bank ASA in Stavanger, Norway. Use it when a payment to Acta Bank ASA does not need a specific branch.
What happens if I use ACBANO21XXX incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check ACBANO21XXX with the recipient before you confirm.
What does each part of ACBANO21XXX stand for?
ACBA is the institution code of Acta Bank ASA, NO is the ISO code of Norway, 21 is the code for the city or region and XXX means the head office.
Does Acta Bank ASA use a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, ACBANO21XXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code we have for Acta Bank ASA in Norway, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Acta Bank ASA in Norway?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Norwegian Krone with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Do I need ACBANO21XXX for a euro transfer to Norway?
Norway belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you do need ACBANO21XXX.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.