SWIFT/BIC code VEFONO21XXX
VEFONO21XXX belongs to Sparebank 1 Vestfold in Sandefjord, Norway.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | VEFONO21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | VEFONO21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Sparebank 1 Vestfold |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Sandefjord |
| Country | Norway |
How the Sparebank 1 Vestfold SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- VEFO 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 uses BIC VEFONO21XXX?
VEFONO21XXX identifies the main office of Sparebank 1 Vestfold in Sandefjord, Norway. Use it when you send money to an account at Sparebank 1 Vestfold.
What happens if I enter VEFONO21XXX incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check VEFONO21XXX with the recipient before you confirm.
What is the best way to send money to Sparebank 1 Vestfold?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Norwegian Krone with transfer services before you send.
Does Sparebank 1 Vestfold use only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – VEFONO21XXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code listed for Sparebank 1 Vestfold in Norway, so there is no branch code to choose.
What does each part of VEFONO21XXX stand for?
VEFO is the institution code of Sparebank 1 Vestfold, NO is the ISO code of Norway, 21 is the location code and XXX means the main office.
Is VEFONO21 and VEFONO21XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. VEFONO21 is the 8-character version of VEFONO21XXX. XXX simply means head office, so either version routes your payment to Sparebank 1 Vestfold in Sandefjord.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.