SWIFT/BIC code ACNACA2QXXX
ACNACA2QXXX belongs to Air Canada in Montreal, Canada.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ACNACA2QXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ACNACA2Q |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Air Canada |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Montreal |
| Country | Canada |
How the Air Canada SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- ACNA Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- CA Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 2Q 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 BIC ACNACA2QXXX?
ACNACA2QXXX identifies the headquarters of Air Canada in Montreal, Canada. It is the code to use when a payment to Air Canada does not need a specific branch.
How long does a transfer to Air Canada take in Canada?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 2–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Air Canada?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code ACNACA2QXXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Canada uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
What does each part of ACNACA2QXXX mean?
ACNA is the bank code of Air Canada, CA is the ISO code of Canada, 2Q is the location code and XXX marks the main office.
Does Air Canada have a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, ACNACA2QXXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code listed for Air Canada in Canada, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
What is the best way to send money to Air Canada in Canada?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Canadian Dollar with specialist providers before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.