SWIFT/BIC code BEFONOB1XXX
BEFONOB1XXX belongs to Bergen Fondsmeglerforretning A/S in Bergen, Norway.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BEFONOB1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BEFONOB1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Bergen Fondsmeglerforretning A/S |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Bergen |
| Country | Norway |
How the Bergen Fondsmeglerforretning A/S SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BEFO Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- NO Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- B1 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 BEFONOB1XXX?
BEFONOB1XXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the main office of Bergen Fondsmeglerforretning A/S in Bergen, Norway. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Bergen Fondsmeglerforretning A/S.
What happens if I use BEFONOB1XXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check BEFONOB1XXX against the details from Bergen Fondsmeglerforretning A/S before you confirm.
What does each part of BEFONOB1XXX stand for?
BEFO is the bank code of Bergen Fondsmeglerforretning A/S, NO is the ISO code of Norway, B1 is the code for the city or region and XXX means the head office.
What is the best way to send money to Bergen Fondsmeglerforretning A/S?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Norwegian Krone with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Is BEFONOB1 and BEFONOB1XXX the same code?
Yes, they are. BEFONOB1 is the short version of BEFONOB1XXX. XXX simply means head office, so both routes your payment to Bergen Fondsmeglerforretning A/S in Bergen.
Do I need BEFONOB1XXX for a euro transfer to Norway?
Norway is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need BEFONOB1XXX.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.