SWIFT/BIC code CTCBCA8VXXX
CTCBCA8VXXX belongs to Ctbc Bank Corp. (Canada) in Vancouver, Canada.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CTCBCA8VXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CTCBCA8V |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Ctbc Bank Corp. (Canada) |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Vancouver |
| Country | Canada |
How the Ctbc Bank Corp. (Canada) SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- CTCB Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- CA Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 8V 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 bank is behind SWIFT/BIC code CTCBCA8VXXX?
The code CTCBCA8VXXX belongs to the headquarters of Ctbc Bank Corp. (Canada) in Vancouver, Canada. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Ctbc Bank Corp. (Canada).
How long does a transfer to Ctbc Bank Corp. (Canada) take?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
What happens if I enter CTCBCA8VXXX incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check CTCBCA8VXXX with the recipient before sending.
What do the letters in CTCBCA8VXXX stand for?
CTCB is the bank code of Ctbc Bank Corp. (Canada), CA is the ISO code of Canada, 8V is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the head office.
Is CTCBCA8V and CTCBCA8VXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. CTCBCA8V is the 8-character version of CTCBCA8VXXX. XXX simply means head office, so both will reach Ctbc Bank Corp. (Canada) in Vancouver.
What do I need to send money to an account at Ctbc Bank Corp. (Canada)?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code CTCBCA8VXXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Canada uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.