SWIFT/BIC code SOKNNO21XXX
SOKNNO21XXX belongs to Soknedal Sparebank in Soknedal, Norway.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SOKNNO21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SOKNNO21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Soknedal Sparebank |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Soknedal |
| Country | Norway |
How the Soknedal Sparebank SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- SOKN Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- NO Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 21 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 bank is behind SWIFT code SOKNNO21XXX?
SOKNNO21XXX identifies the head office of Soknedal Sparebank in Soknedal, Norway. It is the code to use when a payment to Soknedal Sparebank does not need a specific branch.
Does Soknedal Sparebank use only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – SOKNNO21XXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code listed for Soknedal Sparebank in Norway, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
Is SOKNNO21 and SOKNNO21XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. SOKNNO21 is the 8-character version of SOKNNO21XXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so either version routes your payment to Soknedal Sparebank in Soknedal.
How long does it take to send money to Soknedal Sparebank in Norway?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need SOKNNO21XXX to send euros to Norway?
Norway is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need SOKNNO21XXX.
What happens if I use SOKNNO21XXX incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check SOKNNO21XXX with the recipient before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.