SWIFT/BIC code BOFMGB2XXXX
BOFMGB2XXXX belongs to Bank of Montreal in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BOFMGB2XXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BOFMGB2X |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Bank of Montreal |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
The way the Bank of Montreal SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BOFM Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- GB Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 2X 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 BIC BOFMGB2XXXX?
BOFMGB2XXXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the head office of Bank of Montreal in London, United Kingdom. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Bank of Montreal.
What happens if I use BOFMGB2XXXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check BOFMGB2XXXX against the details from Bank of Montreal before you confirm.
Has Bank of Montreal got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 2 SWIFT/BIC codes for Bank of Montreal in United Kingdom, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of Bank of Montreal.
Is BOFMGB2X and BOFMGB2XXXX the same code?
Yes. BOFMGB2X is the short version of BOFMGB2XXXX. XXX simply means head office, so either version will reach Bank of Montreal in London.
Do I need BOFMGB2XXXX for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need BOFMGB2XXXX.
How long does a transfer to Bank of Montreal take in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.