SWIFT/BIC code BAMSCAT1XXX
BAMSCAT1XXX belongs to Bank of Montreal Shorcan in Toronto, Canada.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BAMSCAT1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BAMSCAT1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Bank of Montreal Shorcan |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Toronto |
| Country | Canada |
The way the Bank of Montreal Shorcan SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BAMS Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- CA Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- T1 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 institution uses BIC BAMSCAT1XXX?
BAMSCAT1XXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the head office of Bank of Montreal Shorcan in Toronto, Canada. Use it when you send money to an account at Bank of Montreal Shorcan.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Bank of Montreal Shorcan in Canada?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Canadian Dollar with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Is BAMSCAT1 and BAMSCAT1XXX the same code?
Yes, they are. BAMSCAT1 is the short version of BAMSCAT1XXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so either version will reach Bank of Montreal Shorcan in Toronto.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Bank of Montreal Shorcan?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code BAMSCAT1XXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Canada is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
What does each part of BAMSCAT1XXX stand for?
BAMS is the institution code of Bank of Montreal Shorcan, CA stands for Canada, T1 is the location code and XXX marks the main office.
Does Bank of Montreal Shorcan have a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, BAMSCAT1XXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code we have for Bank of Montreal Shorcan in Canada, so there is no branch code to choose.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.