SWIFT/BIC code SPAVNOBBSTO
SPAVNOBBSTO belongs to Sparebanken Vest in Stord, Norway.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SPAVNOBBSTO |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SPAVNOBB |
| Branch code | STO |
| Bank | Sparebanken Vest |
| Branch | — |
| City | Stord |
| Country | Norway |
How the Sparebanken Vest SWIFT/BIC is structured
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.
- STO 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 uses BIC SPAVNOBBSTO?
SPAVNOBBSTO identifies Sparebanken Vest, a branch or department of Sparebanken Vest in Stord, Norway. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Do I need SPAVNOBBSTO to send euros to Norway?
Norway belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you do need SPAVNOBBSTO.
How long does a transfer to Sparebanken Vest take in Norway?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
What is the best way to send money to Sparebanken Vest?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Norwegian Krone with transfer services before you send.
What does each part of SPAVNOBBSTO mean?
SPAV is the institution code of Sparebanken Vest, NO stands for Norway, BB is the code for the city or region and STO is the code of the branch Sparebanken Vest.
What happens if I use SPAVNOBBSTO incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check SPAVNOBBSTO against the details from Sparebanken Vest before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.