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SWIFT/BIC code NBHKNOKKSIL

NBHKNOKKSIL belongs to Norges Bank in Oslo, Norway.

NBHKNOKKSIL

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeNBHKNOKKSIL
8-character codeNBHKNOKK
Branch codeSIL
BankNorges Bank
BranchNorges Bank AS External Collateral Agent (Sil
CityOslo
CountryNorway

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.
SIL 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 bank uses BIC NBHKNOKKSIL?

NBHKNOKKSIL identifies Norges Bank AS External Collateral Agent (Sil, a branch or department of Norges Bank in Oslo, Norway. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

Can I use NBHKNOKK instead of NBHKNOKKSIL?

NBHKNOKK is the head office of Norges Bank, while NBHKNOKKSIL points to Norges Bank AS External Collateral Agent (Sil. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention NBHKNOKKSIL.

What is the best way to send money to Norges Bank?

Many banks 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.

What do the letters in NBHKNOKKSIL mean?

NBHK is the bank code of Norges Bank, NO is the ISO code of Norway, KK is the code for the city or region and SIL is the code of the branch Norges Bank AS External Collateral Agent (Sil.

Does Norges Bank have other SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes, we list 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 NBHKNOKKSIL to send euros to Norway?

Norway belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you do need NBHKNOKKSIL.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.