SWIFT/BIC code CNTICA21XXX
CNTICA21XXX belongs to Continental Bank of Canada in Whitby, Canada.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CNTICA21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CNTICA21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Continental Bank of Canada |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Whitby |
| Country | Canada |
The way the Continental Bank of Canada SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- CNTI Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- CA Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 21 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 SWIFT/BIC code CNTICA21XXX?
The code CNTICA21XXX belongs to the headquarters of Continental Bank of Canada in Whitby, Canada. It is the code to use when a payment to Continental Bank of Canada does not need a specific branch.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Continental Bank of Canada?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code CNTICA21XXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Canada uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
What does each part of CNTICA21XXX stand for?
CNTI is the bank code of Continental Bank of Canada, CA is the ISO code of Canada, 21 is the location code and XXX marks the head office.
What happens if I enter CNTICA21XXX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check CNTICA21XXX with the recipient before sending.
How long does it take to send money to Continental Bank of Canada in Canada?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
Does Continental Bank of Canada use only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – CNTICA21XXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code we have for Continental Bank of Canada in Canada, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.