SWIFT/BIC code CWBKCA61XXX
CWBKCA61XXX belongs to Canadian Western Bank in Edmonton, Canada.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CWBKCA61XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CWBKCA61 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Canadian Western Bank |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Edmonton |
| Country | Canada |
The way the Canadian Western Bank SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- CWBK Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- CA Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 61 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 CWBKCA61XXX?
CWBKCA61XXX identifies the main office of Canadian Western Bank in Edmonton, Canada. It is the code to use when a payment to Canadian Western Bank does not need a specific branch.
What happens if I enter CWBKCA61XXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check CWBKCA61XXX against the details from Canadian Western Bank before sending.
Does Canadian Western Bank have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 2 SWIFT/BIC codes for Canadian Western Bank in Canada, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.
How long does a transfer to Canadian Western Bank take in Canada?
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 is the best way to send money to Canadian Western Bank?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Canadian Dollar with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What does each part of CWBKCA61XXX stand for?
CWBK is the institution code of Canadian Western Bank, CA is the ISO code of Canada, 61 is the location code and XXX marks the head office.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.