BKN participates in a European network of guarantee organizations, interacts with other housing finance organizations and exchanges knowledge across countries. BKN is a member of the International Union of Housing finance (IUHF).
Furthermore, BKN cooperates with Swedish International Cooperation Agency (SIDA) and Lantmäteriet, the Swedish mapping, cadastral and land registration authority, in matters concerning housing finance in developing countries. Together these three agencies arrange seminars, assist development organizations (Urban Poor Fund International and Slum Dwellers International) and develop programs. BKN is an adviser to the governmental board member of Urban Poor Fund International. BKN has also been involved in World Urban Forum.