SWIFT/BIC code BOFMCAM2XXX
BOFMCAM2XXX belongs to Bank of Montreal, The in Toronto, Canada.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BOFMCAM2XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BOFMCAM2 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Bank of Montreal, The |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Toronto |
| Country | Canada |
How the Bank of Montreal, The SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BOFM Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- CA Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- M2 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 is behind BIC BOFMCAM2XXX?
BOFMCAM2XXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the main office of Bank of Montreal, The in Toronto, Canada. It is the code to use when a payment to Bank of Montreal, The does not need a specific branch.
Is BOFMCAM2 and BOFMCAM2XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. BOFMCAM2 is the 8-character version of BOFMCAM2XXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so either version routes your payment to Bank of Montreal, The in Toronto.
Does Bank of Montreal, The have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 8 SWIFT/BIC codes for Bank of Montreal, The in Canada, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of Bank of Montreal, The.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Bank of Montreal, The in Canada?
Many banks 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.
How long does a transfer to Bank of Montreal, The take?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
What happens if I enter BOFMCAM2XXX incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check BOFMCAM2XXX against the details from Bank of Montreal, The before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.