SWIFT Code FOLTNOKK — FOLKETRYGDFONDET, OSLO
Verified SWIFT/BIC code for FOLKETRYGDFONDET in OSLO, Norway. Use this code for international wire transfers.
OSLO
FOLKETRYGDFONDET · Norway
SWIFT / BIC Code
FOLTNOKK
Code Breakdown
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Bank
Branch
OSLO
City
Country Code
NO
Connection Status
Active
About SWIFT Code FOLTNOKK — FOLKETRYGDFONDET, OSLO
SWIFT code FOLTNOKK is the official 8-character head-office BIC (Bank Identifier Code) for FOLKETRYGDFONDET in OSLO, Norway. Standardised under ISO 9362 and maintained by the Society for Worldwide Interbank Financial Telecommunication (SWIFT), this code is used exclusively for cross-border wire transfers and is recognised by financial institutions in over 200 countries.
This code must be provided to the sender when receiving money from abroad, and is required by FOLKETRYGDFONDET for all outward international remittances from OSLO. Without the correct SWIFT code, international transfers to or from this branch cannot be processed.
How to Read SWIFT Code FOLTNOKK
The code FOLTNOKK follows the ISO 9362 standard and breaks down as follows:
| Segment | Value | Length | Meaning |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bank Code | FOLT | 4 letters | Identifies FOLKETRYGDFONDET as the institution |
| Country Code | NO | 2 letters | ISO 3166-1 alpha-2 code for Norway |
| Location Code | KK | 2 chars | City/region identifier within Norway |
When to Use SWIFT Code FOLTNOKK
Receiving International Wire Transfers
To receive money from abroad at your FOLKETRYGDFONDET account in OSLO, share SWIFT code FOLTNOKK with the sender along with your full account number, your name as on the account, and the branch address.
NRI Remittances
Non-Resident Indians sending money to NRO/NRE accounts at FOLKETRYGDFONDET, OSLO must provide SWIFT code FOLTNOKK. Major remittance platforms — including Wise, Remitly, Western Union, and MoneyGram — use this code to route transfers accurately.
Trade Finance and Foreign Payments
Importers and exporters using FOLKETRYGDFONDET in OSLO rely on SWIFT code FOLTNOKK for letters of credit, bank guarantees, and foreign currency settlements.
SWIFT Code vs IFSC vs MICR vs BSR — Key Differences
| Code | Format | Used For | Scope |
|---|---|---|---|
SWIFT FOLTNOKK | 8 or 11 chars | International wire transfers, NRI remittances, trade finance | Global — 200+ countries |
| IFSC | 11 chars (alpha) | NEFT, RTGS, IMPS, UPI account linking | India domestic only |
| MICR | 9 digits | Cheque clearing (CTS), NACH mandates, SIP registration | India domestic only |
| BSR | 7 digits | TDS challan filing, Form 16, Form 26AS, TRACES | India income tax only |
Need the IFSC code for domestic NEFT, RTGS, or UPI transfers? View the IFSC code for FOLKETRYGDFONDET →
For cheque clearing or NACH mandates, use the MICR code for FOLKETRYGDFONDET →
For TDS challan deposits, find the BSR code for FOLKETRYGDFONDET →
How SWIFT Code FOLTNOKK Routes an International Transfer
- Initiation: The sender provides SWIFT code FOLTNOKK and account number to their bank.
- Validation: The sending bank validates the BIC against the SWIFT registry.
- Routing: An MT103 SWIFT message is transmitted through the network to FOLKETRYGDFONDET.
- Correspondent bank (if needed): An intermediary bank may relay the transfer, adding 1–2 business days.
- Credit: FOLKETRYGDFONDET receives the SWIFT message and credits the account. Total time: 1–5 business days.
Common Mistakes When Using SWIFT Code FOLTNOKK
- Spaces or lowercase letters — Always enter
FOLTNOKKuppercase with no spaces. - Using the wrong city — This code is for OSLO only.
- Truncating to 8 characters — When 11 characters are required, always use the full code.
- Using SWIFT for domestic transfers — Use the IFSC code for any transfer within Norway.
Data Accuracy
BankZop sources SWIFT/BIC data from publicly available banking registries and official disclosures, updated regularly. For the highest-stakes transactions, always confirm FOLTNOKK directly with FOLKETRYGDFONDET's OSLO branch or via the SWIFT BIC Directory.
SWIFT code data sourced from SWIFT Official Directory and verified against FOLKETRYGDFONDET's published disclosures. Last reviewed Jun 2026 by BankZop Editorial Team. About our data sources →
