SWIFT/BIC code NOWSFIH1XXX
NOWSFIH1XXX belongs to Nordea Swedish Stars in Helsinki, Finland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NOWSFIH1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NOWSFIH1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Nordea Swedish Stars |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Helsinki |
| Country | Finland |
The way the Nordea Swedish Stars SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- NOWS Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- FI Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- H1 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 BIC NOWSFIH1XXX?
NOWSFIH1XXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the head office of Nordea Swedish Stars in Helsinki, Finland. It is the code to use when a payment to Nordea Swedish Stars does not need a specific branch.
What happens if I use NOWSFIH1XXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check NOWSFIH1XXX with the recipient before you confirm.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Nordea Swedish Stars in Finland?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Euro with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Does Nordea Swedish Stars use only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, NOWSFIH1XXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code listed for Nordea Swedish Stars in Finland, so there is no branch code to choose.
Is NOWSFIH1 and NOWSFIH1XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. NOWSFIH1 is the 8-character version of NOWSFIH1XXX. XXX simply means head office, so either version routes your payment to Nordea Swedish Stars in Helsinki.
How long does a transfer to Nordea Swedish Stars take in Finland?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.