SWIFT/BIC code MCBTCA2WXXX
MCBTCA2WXXX belongs to Manulife Bank of Canada in Waterloo, Canada.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MCBTCA2WXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MCBTCA2W |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Manulife Bank of Canada |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Waterloo |
| Country | Canada |
The way the Manulife Bank of Canada SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- MCBT Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- CA Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 2W 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 MCBTCA2WXXX?
MCBTCA2WXXX identifies the headquarters of Manulife Bank of Canada in Waterloo, Canada. Use it when you send money to an account at Manulife Bank of Canada.
What does each part of MCBTCA2WXXX mean?
MCBT is the bank code of Manulife Bank of Canada, CA stands for Canada, 2W is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the head office.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Manulife Bank of Canada?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code MCBTCA2WXXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Canada uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
How long does it take to send money to Manulife Bank of Canada 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 quicker than a bank.
What is the best way to send money to Manulife Bank of Canada?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Canadian Dollar with transfer services before you send.
Does Manulife Bank of Canada use only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – MCBTCA2WXXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code listed for Manulife Bank of Canada 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.