SWIFT/BIC code BOFMCAT2GCT
BOFMCAT2GCT belongs to Bank of Montreal, The in Toronto, Canada.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BOFMCAT2GCT |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BOFMCAT2 |
| Branch code | GCT |
| Bank | Bank of Montreal, The |
| Branch | Global Cash Management Operations |
| City | Toronto |
| Country | Canada |
The way 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).
- T2 Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- GCT 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 uses SWIFT code BOFMCAT2GCT?
BOFMCAT2GCT is the SWIFT/BIC code of Global Cash Management Operations, part of Bank of Montreal, The in Toronto, Canada. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What does each part of BOFMCAT2GCT stand for?
BOFM is the bank code of Bank of Montreal, The, CA stands for Canada, T2 is the code for the city or region and GCT identifies the branch Global Cash Management Operations.
What is the best 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. Compare what you receive in Canadian Dollar with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Can I use BOFMCAT2 instead of BOFMCAT2GCT?
BOFMCAT2 points to the main office of Bank of Montreal, The, while BOFMCAT2GCT is Global Cash Management Operations. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use BOFMCAT2GCT if the recipient asks for it.
Has Bank of Montreal, The got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 8 SWIFT/BIC codes for Bank of Montreal, The in Canada, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.
How long does a transfer to Bank of Montreal, The take?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 2–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often faster than a bank.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.