SWIFT/BIC code NBHKNOKKXXX
NBHKNOKKXXX belongs to Norges Bank in Oslo, Norway.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NBHKNOKKXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NBHKNOKK |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Norges Bank |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Oslo |
| Country | Norway |
The way the Norges Bank SWIFT/BIC is structured
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.
- 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 is behind SWIFT code NBHKNOKKXXX?
NBHKNOKKXXX identifies the headquarters of Norges Bank in Oslo, Norway. It is the code to use when a payment to Norges Bank does not need a specific branch.
Is NBHKNOKK and NBHKNOKKXXX the same code?
Yes. NBHKNOKK is the short version of NBHKNOKKXXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so either version will reach Norges Bank in Oslo.
Do I need NBHKNOKKXXX for a euro transfer to Norway?
Norway belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need NBHKNOKKXXX.
How long does it take to send money to Norges Bank in Norway?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Does Norges Bank have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 15 SWIFT/BIC codes for Norges Bank in Norway. All of them are listed on the page of Norges Bank.
What is the best way to send money to Norges Bank?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Norwegian Krone with transfer services before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.