SWIFT/BIC code CRLYCAM1XXX

CRLYCAM1XXX belongs to Credit Agricole CIB in Montreal, Canada.

CRLYCAM1XXX

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeCRLYCAM1XXX
8-character codeCRLYCAM1
Branch codeXXX
BankCredit Agricole CIB
BranchHead office
CityMontreal
CountryCanada

The way the Credit Agricole CIB SWIFT/BIC is built up

A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:

CRLY Bank code
4 letters that identify the bank.
CA Country code
2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
M1 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code CRLYCAM1XXX?

CRLYCAM1XXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the headquarters of Credit Agricole CIB in Montreal, Canada. It is the code to use when a payment to Credit Agricole CIB does not need a specific branch.

How long does it take to send money to Credit Agricole CIB in Canada?

An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 1–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.

What does each part of CRLYCAM1XXX stand for?

CRLY is the bank code of Credit Agricole CIB, CA is the ISO code of Canada, M1 is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the head office.

What do I need for a transfer to an account at Credit Agricole CIB?

You need the SWIFT/BIC code CRLYCAM1XXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Canada uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.

Is CRLYCAM1 and CRLYCAM1XXX the same code?

Yes, they are. CRLYCAM1 is the short version of CRLYCAM1XXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so either version routes your payment to Credit Agricole CIB in Montreal.

What happens if I enter CRLYCAM1XXX with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check CRLYCAM1XXX with the recipient before you confirm.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.