SWIFT/BIC code HANDNOKKCUS
HANDNOKKCUS belongs to Handelsbanken in Oslo, Norway.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HANDNOKKCUS |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HANDNOKK |
| Branch code | CUS |
| Bank | Handelsbanken |
| Branch | Nordic Custody Services |
| City | Oslo |
| Country | Norway |
How the Handelsbanken SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- HAND 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.
- CUS 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 branch is behind SWIFT/BIC code HANDNOKKCUS?
HANDNOKKCUS is the SWIFT/BIC code of Nordic Custody Services, a branch or department of Handelsbanken in Oslo, Norway. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Does Handelsbanken have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 2 SWIFT/BIC codes for Handelsbanken in Norway, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.
What do the letters in HANDNOKKCUS mean?
HAND is the institution code of Handelsbanken, NO is the ISO code of Norway, KK is the location code and CUS identifies the department Nordic Custody Services.
Can I use HANDNOKK instead of HANDNOKKCUS?
HANDNOKK points to the head office of Handelsbanken, while HANDNOKKCUS is Nordic Custody Services. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use HANDNOKKCUS if the recipient asks for it.
What happens if I use HANDNOKKCUS with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check HANDNOKKCUS with the recipient before sending.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Handelsbanken in Norway?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Norwegian Krone with transfer services 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.