SWIFT/BIC code FCPOCAM1XXX
FCPOCAM1XXX belongs to Federation de Caisses Populaires Desjardins de Montreal in Montreal, Canada.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | FCPOCAM1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | FCPOCAM1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Federation de Caisses Populaires Desjardins de Montreal |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Montreal |
| Country | Canada |
How the Federation de Caisses Populaires Desjardins de Montreal SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- FCPO 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
Which bank uses SWIFT code FCPOCAM1XXX?
The code FCPOCAM1XXX belongs to the headquarters of Federation de Caisses Populaires Desjardins de Montreal in Montreal, Canada. It is the code to use when a payment to Federation de Caisses Populaires Desjardins de Montreal does not need a specific branch.
What happens if I use FCPOCAM1XXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check FCPOCAM1XXX against the details from Federation de Caisses Populaires Desjardins de Montreal before you confirm.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Federation de Caisses Populaires Desjardins de Montreal in Canada?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Canadian Dollar with transfer services before you send.
Are FCPOCAM1 and FCPOCAM1XXX the same code?
Yes. FCPOCAM1 is the short version of FCPOCAM1XXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so both routes your payment to Federation de Caisses Populaires Desjardins de Montreal in Montreal.
How long does it take to send money to Federation de Caisses Populaires Desjardins de Montreal?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
Does Federation de Caisses Populaires Desjardins de Montreal use only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – FCPOCAM1XXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code listed for Federation de Caisses Populaires Desjardins de Montreal 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.