SWIFT/BIC code VESLNO21XXX
VESLNO21XXX belongs to Vestre Slidre Sparebank in Slidre, Norway.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | VESLNO21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | VESLNO21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Vestre Slidre Sparebank |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Slidre |
| Country | Norway |
The way the Vestre Slidre Sparebank SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- VESL 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
What bank uses SWIFT code VESLNO21XXX?
The code VESLNO21XXX belongs to the head office of Vestre Slidre Sparebank in Slidre, Norway. Use it when a payment to Vestre Slidre Sparebank does not need a specific branch.
What is the best way to send money to Vestre Slidre Sparebank?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Norwegian Krone with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
What does each part of VESLNO21XXX mean?
VESL is the institution code of Vestre Slidre Sparebank, NO stands for Norway, 21 is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the main office.
How long does a transfer to Vestre Slidre Sparebank take in Norway?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need VESLNO21XXX to send euros to Norway?
Norway is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need VESLNO21XXX.
Are VESLNO21 and VESLNO21XXX the same code?
Yes, they are. VESLNO21 is the 8-character version of VESLNO21XXX. XXX simply means head office, so either version will reach Vestre Slidre Sparebank in Slidre.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.