SWIFT/BIC code BTWONOK1XXX
BTWONOK1XXX belongs to Bank2 ASA in Oslo, Norway.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BTWONOK1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BTWONOK1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Bank2 ASA |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Oslo |
| Country | Norway |
The way the Bank2 ASA SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BTWO Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- NO Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- K1 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 institution uses SWIFT/BIC code BTWONOK1XXX?
BTWONOK1XXX identifies the head office of Bank2 ASA in Oslo, Norway. It is the code to use when a payment to Bank2 ASA does not need a specific branch.
Do I need BTWONOK1XXX for a euro transfer to Norway?
Norway is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you still need BTWONOK1XXX.
How long does a transfer to Bank2 ASA take in Norway?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Are BTWONOK1 and BTWONOK1XXX the same code?
Yes, they are. BTWONOK1 is the 8-character version of BTWONOK1XXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so either version will reach Bank2 ASA in Oslo.
Does Bank2 ASA use a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, BTWONOK1XXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code listed for Bank2 ASA in Norway, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
What does each part of BTWONOK1XXX mean?
BTWO is the bank code of Bank2 ASA, NO stands for Norway, K1 is the location code and XXX marks the head office.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.