SWIFT/BIC code HWICCAT1XXX
HWICCAT1XXX belongs to Hamblin, Watsa Investment Counsel LTD. in Toronto, Canada.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | HWICCAT1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | HWICCAT1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Hamblin, Watsa Investment Counsel LTD. |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Toronto |
| Country | Canada |
How the Hamblin, Watsa Investment Counsel LTD. SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- HWIC 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 bank uses BIC HWICCAT1XXX?
The code HWICCAT1XXX belongs to the headquarters of Hamblin, Watsa Investment Counsel LTD. in Toronto, Canada. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Hamblin, Watsa Investment Counsel LTD..
What happens if I use HWICCAT1XXX incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check HWICCAT1XXX with the recipient before you confirm.
What is the best way to send money to Hamblin, Watsa Investment Counsel LTD. in Canada?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Canadian Dollar with specialist providers before you send.
How long does it take to send money to Hamblin, Watsa Investment Counsel LTD. in Canada?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 2–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Hamblin, Watsa Investment Counsel LTD.?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code HWICCAT1XXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Canada is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
What do the letters in HWICCAT1XXX mean?
HWIC is the institution code of Hamblin, Watsa Investment Counsel LTD., CA stands for Canada, T1 is the location code and XXX means the head office.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.