SWIFT/BIC code SASKNO22XXX
SASKNO22XXX belongs to Sandnes Sparebank in Sandnes, Norway.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SASKNO22XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SASKNO22 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Sandnes Sparebank |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Sandnes |
| Country | Norway |
How the Sandnes Sparebank SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- SASK Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- NO Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 22 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/BIC code SASKNO22XXX?
SASKNO22XXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the head office of Sandnes Sparebank in Sandnes, Norway. Use it when a payment to Sandnes Sparebank does not need a specific branch.
What happens if I use SASKNO22XXX incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check SASKNO22XXX against the details from Sandnes Sparebank before you confirm.
Does Sandnes Sparebank use only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – SASKNO22XXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code listed for Sandnes Sparebank in Norway, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Sandnes Sparebank in Norway?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Norwegian Krone with specialist providers before you send.
Are SASKNO22 and SASKNO22XXX the same code?
Yes, they are. SASKNO22 is the 8-character version of SASKNO22XXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so both routes your payment to Sandnes Sparebank in Sandnes.
Do I need SASKNO22XXX 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. If you send another currency you still need SASKNO22XXX.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.