SWIFT/BIC code BOFMSGSGPWM
BOFMSGSGPWM belongs to Bank of Montreal, Singapore Branch in Singapore, Singapore.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BOFMSGSGPWM |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BOFMSGSG |
| Branch code | PWM |
| Bank | Bank of Montreal, Singapore Branch |
| Branch | Bank of Montreal Singapore Branch - Private Banking |
| City | Singapore |
| Country | Singapore |
The way the Bank of Montreal, Singapore Branch 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.
- SG Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- SG Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- PWM 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 SWIFT code BOFMSGSGPWM?
The code BOFMSGSGPWM belongs to Bank of Montreal Singapore Branch - Private Banking, a branch or department of Bank of Montreal, Singapore Branch in Singapore, Singapore. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use BOFMSGSG instead of BOFMSGSGPWM?
BOFMSGSG is the main office of Bank of Montreal, Singapore Branch, while BOFMSGSGPWM is Bank of Montreal Singapore Branch - Private Banking. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use BOFMSGSGPWM if the recipient asks for it.
What happens if I use BOFMSGSGPWM incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check BOFMSGSGPWM with the recipient before sending.
What does each part of BOFMSGSGPWM stand for?
BOFM is the institution code of Bank of Montreal, Singapore Branch, SG is the ISO code of Singapore, SG is the code for the city or region and PWM is the code of the department Bank of Montreal Singapore Branch - Private Banking.
Does Bank of Montreal, Singapore Branch have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 4 SWIFT/BIC codes for Bank of Montreal, Singapore Branch in Singapore. You can see them all on the bank page.
How long does a transfer to Bank of Montreal, Singapore Branch take in Singapore?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.