SWIFT/BIC code FOLTNOKKXXX
FOLTNOKKXXX belongs to Folketrygdfondet in Oslo, Norway.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | FOLTNOKKXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | FOLTNOKK |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Folketrygdfondet |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Oslo |
| Country | Norway |
How the Folketrygdfondet SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- FOLT Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- NO Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- KK 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 is behind SWIFT/BIC code FOLTNOKKXXX?
FOLTNOKKXXX identifies the headquarters of Folketrygdfondet in Oslo, Norway. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Folketrygdfondet.
What happens if I use FOLTNOKKXXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check FOLTNOKKXXX with the recipient before you confirm.
How long does it take to send money to Folketrygdfondet?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need FOLTNOKKXXX to send euros to Norway?
Norway is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you do need FOLTNOKKXXX.
Are FOLTNOKK and FOLTNOKKXXX the same code?
Yes. FOLTNOKK is the 8-character version of FOLTNOKKXXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so either version will reach Folketrygdfondet in Oslo.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Folketrygdfondet?
Banks often add several percent 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.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.