SWIFT/BIC code BOFAUS6NCAN
BOFAUS6NCAN belongs to Bank of America, N.a. in San Francisco,ca, United States.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BOFAUS6NCAN |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BOFAUS6N |
| Branch code | CAN |
| Bank | Bank of America, N.a. |
| Branch | — |
| City | San Francisco,ca |
| Country | United States |
How the Bank of America, N.a. SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BOFA Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- US Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 6N Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- CAN 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 BIC BOFAUS6NCAN?
BOFAUS6NCAN identifies Bank of America, N.a., part of Bank of America, N.a. in San Francisco,ca, United States. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What do I need to send money to an account at Bank of America, N.a.?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code BOFAUS6NCAN, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. United States is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
How long does a transfer to Bank of America, N.a. take in United States?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
What happens if I enter BOFAUS6NCAN incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check BOFAUS6NCAN against the details from Bank of America, N.a. before sending.
What is the best way to send money to Bank of America, N.a. in United States?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in US Dollar with transfer services before you send.
What does each part of BOFAUS6NCAN mean?
BOFA is the institution code of Bank of America, N.a., US is the ISO code of United States, 6N is the code for the city or region and CAN identifies the department Bank of America, N.a..
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.