SWIFT/BIC code RIKSSESSXXX
RIKSSESSXXX belongs to Sveriges Riksbank in Stockholm, Sweden.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | RIKSSESSXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | RIKSSESS |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Sveriges Riksbank |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Stockholm |
| Country | Sweden |
The way the Sveriges Riksbank SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- RIKS Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- SE Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- SS 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 SWIFT code RIKSSESSXXX?
RIKSSESSXXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the headquarters of Sveriges Riksbank in Stockholm, Sweden. It is the code to use when a payment to Sveriges Riksbank does not need a specific branch.
Does Sveriges Riksbank use only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, RIKSSESSXXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code we have for Sveriges Riksbank in Sweden, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
What is the best way to send money to Sveriges Riksbank?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Swedish Krona with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What happens if I enter RIKSSESSXXX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check RIKSSESSXXX against the details from Sveriges Riksbank before you confirm.
What do the letters in RIKSSESSXXX stand for?
RIKS is the bank code of Sveriges Riksbank, SE is the ISO code of Sweden, SS is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the main office.
Is RIKSSESS and RIKSSESSXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. RIKSSESS is the 8-character version of RIKSSESSXXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so either version routes your payment to Sveriges Riksbank in Stockholm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.