SWIFT/BIC code BNDCCAMMCGY
BNDCCAMMCGY belongs to Banque Nationale du Canada in Montreal, Canada.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BNDCCAMMCGY |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BNDCCAMM |
| Branch code | CGY |
| Bank | Banque Nationale du Canada |
| Branch | Calgary Branch Code |
| City | Montreal |
| Country | Canada |
How the Banque Nationale du Canada SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BNDC Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- CA Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- MM Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- CGY 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 is behind BIC BNDCCAMMCGY?
BNDCCAMMCGY identifies Calgary Branch Code, a branch or department of Banque Nationale du Canada in Montreal, Canada. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Banque Nationale du Canada?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code BNDCCAMMCGY, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Canada is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
How long does a transfer to Banque Nationale du Canada take in Canada?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often faster than a bank.
What is the best way to send money to Banque Nationale du Canada in Canada?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Canadian Dollar with transfer services before you send.
Can I use BNDCCAMM instead of BNDCCAMMCGY?
BNDCCAMM is the head office of Banque Nationale du Canada, while BNDCCAMMCGY points to Calgary Branch Code. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BNDCCAMMCGY.
What does each part of BNDCCAMMCGY stand for?
BNDC is the institution code of Banque Nationale du Canada, CA stands for Canada, MM is the code for the city or region and CGY is the code of the department Calgary Branch Code.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.