SWIFT/BIC code SPAVNOBBDDA
SPAVNOBBDDA belongs to Sparebanken Vest in Odda, Norway.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SPAVNOBBDDA |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SPAVNOBB |
| Branch code | DDA |
| Bank | Sparebanken Vest |
| Branch | — |
| City | Odda |
| Country | Norway |
The way the Sparebanken Vest SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- SPAV Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- NO Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- BB Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- DDA 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 branch is behind SWIFT/BIC code SPAVNOBBDDA?
The code SPAVNOBBDDA belongs to Sparebanken Vest, a branch or department of Sparebanken Vest in Odda, Norway. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the best way to send money to Sparebanken Vest in Norway?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Norwegian Krone with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Do I need SPAVNOBBDDA for a euro transfer to Norway?
Norway is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you do need SPAVNOBBDDA.
How long does a transfer to Sparebanken Vest take?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
What does each part of SPAVNOBBDDA mean?
SPAV is the bank code of Sparebanken Vest, NO is the ISO code of Norway, BB is the code for the city or region and DDA is the code of the branch Sparebanken Vest.
Can I use SPAVNOBB instead of SPAVNOBBDDA?
SPAVNOBB is the main office of Sparebanken Vest, while SPAVNOBBDDA is Sparebanken Vest. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention SPAVNOBBDDA.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.