SWIFT/BIC code BIGKSES1XXX
BIGKSES1XXX belongs to Bigbank AS Sweden Branch in Stockholm, Sweden.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BIGKSES1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BIGKSES1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Bigbank AS Sweden Branch |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Stockholm |
| Country | Sweden |
How the Bigbank AS Sweden Branch SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BIGK Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- SE Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- S1 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 is behind SWIFT code BIGKSES1XXX?
The code BIGKSES1XXX belongs to the headquarters of Bigbank AS Sweden Branch in Stockholm, Sweden. Use it when a payment to Bigbank AS Sweden Branch does not need a specific branch.
Is BIGKSES1 and BIGKSES1XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. BIGKSES1 is the short version of BIGKSES1XXX. XXX simply means head office, so either version routes your payment to Bigbank AS Sweden Branch in Stockholm.
Do I need BIGKSES1XXX to send euros to Sweden?
Sweden belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need BIGKSES1XXX.
How long does a transfer to Bigbank AS Sweden Branch take?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Bigbank AS Sweden Branch in Sweden?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Swedish Krona with transfer services before you send.
What happens if I enter BIGKSES1XXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check BIGKSES1XXX against the details from Bigbank AS Sweden Branch before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.