SWIFT/BIC code BOGENO21XXX
BOGENO21XXX belongs to Lofoten Sparebank in Boestad, Norway.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BOGENO21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BOGENO21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Lofoten Sparebank |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Boestad |
| Country | Norway |
The way the Lofoten Sparebank SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BOGE 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
Which bank uses BIC BOGENO21XXX?
The code BOGENO21XXX belongs to the headquarters of Lofoten Sparebank in Boestad, Norway. Use it when a payment to Lofoten Sparebank does not need a specific branch.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Lofoten Sparebank?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Norwegian Krone with transfer services before you send.
Does Lofoten Sparebank have only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, BOGENO21XXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code listed for Lofoten Sparebank in Norway, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
What does each part of BOGENO21XXX stand for?
BOGE is the institution code of Lofoten Sparebank, NO is the ISO code of Norway, 21 is the code for the city or region and XXX means the head office.
Do I need BOGENO21XXX for a euro transfer to Norway?
Norway belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you do need BOGENO21XXX.
How long does a transfer to Lofoten Sparebank take?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.