SWIFT/BIC code BCANCAW2XXX
BCANCAW2XXX belongs to Bank of Canada in Ottawa, Canada.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BCANCAW2XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BCANCAW2 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Bank of Canada |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Ottawa |
| Country | Canada |
How the Bank of Canada SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BCAN Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- CA Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- W2 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 bank uses SWIFT code BCANCAW2XXX?
BCANCAW2XXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the head office of Bank of Canada in Ottawa, Canada. It is the code to use when a payment to Bank of Canada does not need a specific branch.
Is BCANCAW2 and BCANCAW2XXX the same code?
Yes. BCANCAW2 is the short version of BCANCAW2XXX. XXX simply means head office, so both routes your payment to Bank of Canada in Ottawa.
What is the best way to send money to Bank of Canada in Canada?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Canadian Dollar with specialist providers before you send.
What happens if I enter BCANCAW2XXX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check BCANCAW2XXX against the details from Bank of Canada before sending.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Bank of Canada?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code BCANCAW2XXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Canada is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
What do the letters in BCANCAW2XXX stand for?
BCAN is the institution code of Bank of Canada, CA is the ISO code of Canada, W2 is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the main office.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.