SWIFT/BIC code SPAVNOBBXXX
SPAVNOBBXXX belongs to Sparebanken Vest in Bergen, Norway.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SPAVNOBBXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SPAVNOBB |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Sparebanken Vest |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Bergen |
| 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.
- 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 SPAVNOBBXXX?
SPAVNOBBXXX identifies the main office of Sparebanken Vest in Bergen, Norway. Use it when a payment to Sparebanken Vest does not need a specific branch.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Sparebanken Vest?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Norwegian Krone with transfer services before you send.
Does Sparebanken Vest have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 6 SWIFT/BIC codes for Sparebanken Vest in Norway. You can see them all on the bank page.
What happens if I use SPAVNOBBXXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check SPAVNOBBXXX against the details from Sparebanken Vest before sending.
How long does a transfer to Sparebanken Vest take in Norway?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need SPAVNOBBXXX for a euro transfer to Norway?
Norway is part of 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 do need SPAVNOBBXXX.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.