SWIFT/BIC code FCSCCAT1XXX
FCSCCAT1XXX belongs to First Canada Securities Corporation in Toronto, Canada.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | FCSCCAT1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | FCSCCAT1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | First Canada Securities Corporation |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Toronto |
| Country | Canada |
How the First Canada Securities Corporation SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- FCSC Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- CA Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- T1 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 institution is behind SWIFT/BIC code FCSCCAT1XXX?
FCSCCAT1XXX identifies the main office of First Canada Securities Corporation in Toronto, Canada. It is the code to use when a payment to First Canada Securities Corporation does not need a specific branch.
How long does it take to send money to First Canada Securities Corporation?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
What do the letters in FCSCCAT1XXX stand for?
FCSC is the institution code of First Canada Securities Corporation, CA stands for Canada, T1 is the code for the city or region and XXX means the head office.
What do I need to send money to an account at First Canada Securities Corporation?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code FCSCCAT1XXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Canada uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
What is the best way to send money to First Canada Securities Corporation in Canada?
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.
Is FCSCCAT1 and FCSCCAT1XXX the same code?
Yes, they are. FCSCCAT1 is the short version of FCSCCAT1XXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so either version routes your payment to First Canada Securities Corporation in Toronto.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.