SWIFT/BIC code HOSPNO21XXX
HOSPNO21XXX belongs to Honefoss Sparebank in Hoenefoss, Norway.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HOSPNO21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HOSPNO21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Honefoss Sparebank |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Hoenefoss |
| Country | Norway |
The way the Honefoss Sparebank SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- HOSP 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
What bank uses BIC HOSPNO21XXX?
HOSPNO21XXX identifies the head office of Honefoss Sparebank in Hoenefoss, Norway. Use it when a payment to Honefoss Sparebank does not need a specific branch.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Honefoss Sparebank?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Norwegian Krone with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What happens if I enter HOSPNO21XXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check HOSPNO21XXX against the details from Honefoss Sparebank before sending.
Does Honefoss Sparebank have a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, HOSPNO21XXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code listed for Honefoss Sparebank in Norway, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
What do the letters in HOSPNO21XXX mean?
HOSP is the institution code of Honefoss Sparebank, NO stands for Norway, 21 is the code for the city or region and XXX means the main office.
Are HOSPNO21 and HOSPNO21XXX the same code?
Yes, they are. HOSPNO21 is the 8-character version of HOSPNO21XXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so either version routes your payment to Honefoss Sparebank in Hoenefoss.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.