SWIFT/BIC code NBHKNOKKBRA
NBHKNOKKBRA belongs to Norges Bank in Oslo, Norway.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NBHKNOKKBRA |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NBHKNOKK |
| Branch code | BRA |
| Bank | Norges Bank |
| Branch | Bra |
| City | Oslo |
| Country | Norway |
The way the Norges Bank SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- NBHK 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.
- BRA 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 is behind BIC NBHKNOKKBRA?
The code NBHKNOKKBRA belongs to Bra, a branch or department of Norges Bank in Oslo, Norway. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What do the letters in NBHKNOKKBRA mean?
NBHK is the bank code of Norges Bank, NO stands for Norway, KK is the code for the city or region and BRA identifies the department Bra.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Norges Bank?
Banks often 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.
What happens if I use NBHKNOKKBRA incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check NBHKNOKKBRA with the recipient before sending.
Has Norges Bank got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 15 SWIFT/BIC codes for Norges Bank in Norway, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of Norges Bank.
Do I need NBHKNOKKBRA for a euro transfer to Norway?
Norway is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need NBHKNOKKBRA.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.