SWIFT/BIC code MELHNO21XXX
MELHNO21XXX belongs to Melhus Sparebank in Melhus, Norway.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MELHNO21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MELHNO21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Melhus Sparebank |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Melhus |
| Country | Norway |
The way the Melhus Sparebank SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- MELH 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 SWIFT code MELHNO21XXX?
The code MELHNO21XXX belongs to the main office of Melhus Sparebank in Melhus, Norway. It is the code to use when a payment to Melhus Sparebank does not need a specific branch.
Does Melhus Sparebank use a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – MELHNO21XXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code listed for Melhus Sparebank in Norway, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
What happens if I use MELHNO21XXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check MELHNO21XXX against the details from Melhus Sparebank before you confirm.
What is the best way to send money to Melhus Sparebank?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Norwegian Krone with transfer services before you send.
Are MELHNO21 and MELHNO21XXX the same code?
Yes, they are. MELHNO21 is the 8-character version of MELHNO21XXX. XXX simply means head office, so both will reach Melhus Sparebank in Melhus.
Do I need MELHNO21XXX to send euros to Norway?
Norway belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you still need MELHNO21XXX.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.