SWIFT/BIC code BOFMCAM3XXX
BOFMCAM3XXX belongs to Bank of Montreal, The in Montreal, Canada.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BOFMCAM3XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BOFMCAM3 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Bank of Montreal, The |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Montreal |
| Country | Canada |
How the Bank of Montreal, The SWIFT/BIC is built up
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).
- M3 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 SWIFT/BIC code BOFMCAM3XXX?
BOFMCAM3XXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the main office of Bank of Montreal, The in Montreal, Canada. Use it when you send money to an account at Bank of Montreal, The.
How long does a transfer to Bank of Montreal, The take?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 1–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often faster than a bank.
What do the letters in BOFMCAM3XXX mean?
BOFM is the bank code of Bank of Montreal, The, CA stands for Canada, M3 is the code for the city or region and XXX means the main office.
What do I need to send money to an account at Bank of Montreal, The?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code BOFMCAM3XXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Canada uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
What is the best way to send money to Bank of Montreal, The in Canada?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Canadian Dollar with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
What happens if I use BOFMCAM3XXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check BOFMCAM3XXX against the details from Bank of Montreal, The before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.