SWIFT/BIC code MESPNO21XXX

MESPNO21XXX belongs to Meldal Sparebank in Meldal, Norway.

MESPNO21XXX

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeMESPNO21XXX
8-character codeMESPNO21
Branch codeXXX
BankMeldal Sparebank
BranchHead office
CityMeldal
CountryNorway

The way the Meldal Sparebank SWIFT/BIC is structured

A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:

MESP 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

Which institution uses BIC MESPNO21XXX?

The code MESPNO21XXX belongs to the main office of Meldal Sparebank in Meldal, Norway. Use it when a payment to Meldal Sparebank does not need a specific branch.

Does Meldal Sparebank use only one SWIFT/BIC code?

Yes, MESPNO21XXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code listed for Meldal Sparebank in Norway, so there is no branch code to choose.

What happens if I use MESPNO21XXX incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check MESPNO21XXX against the details from Meldal Sparebank before you confirm.

What does each part of MESPNO21XXX mean?

MESP is the institution code of Meldal Sparebank, NO stands for Norway, 21 is the location code and XXX means the main office.

Do I need MESPNO21XXX for a euro transfer to Norway?

Norway is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you still need MESPNO21XXX.

What is the cheapest way to send money to Meldal Sparebank?

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.