SWIFT/BIC code SPRONO22FOR
SPRONO22FOR belongs to Sparebank 1 Sr-Bank ASA in Forus, Norway.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | SPRONO22FOR |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | SPRONO22 |
| Branch code | FOR |
| Bank | Sparebank 1 Sr-Bank ASA |
| Branch | — |
| City | Forus |
| Country | Norway |
How the Sparebank 1 Sr-Bank ASA SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- SPRO 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.
- FOR 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code SPRONO22FOR?
The code SPRONO22FOR belongs to Sparebank 1 Sr-Bank ASA, a unit of Sparebank 1 Sr-Bank ASA in Forus, Norway. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I use SPRONO22FOR incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check SPRONO22FOR against the details from Sparebank 1 Sr-Bank ASA before you confirm.
What is the best way to send money to Sparebank 1 Sr-Bank ASA?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Norwegian Krone with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
How long does it take to send money to Sparebank 1 Sr-Bank ASA?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need SPRONO22FOR to send euros to Norway?
Norway belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you still need SPRONO22FOR.
Can I use SPRONO22 instead of SPRONO22FOR?
SPRONO22 points to the main office of Sparebank 1 Sr-Bank ASA, while SPRONO22FOR is Sparebank 1 Sr-Bank ASA. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use SPRONO22FOR if the recipient asks for it.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.