SWIFT/BIC code METCCAT1022
METCCAT1022 belongs to HSBC Trust Company (Canada) in Ottawa, Canada.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | METCCAT1022 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | METCCAT1 |
| Branch code | 022 |
| Bank | HSBC Trust Company (Canada) |
| Branch | — |
| City | Ottawa |
| Country | Canada |
The way the HSBC Trust Company (Canada) SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- METC 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.
- 022 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 branch is behind SWIFT code METCCAT1022?
METCCAT1022 is the SWIFT/BIC code of HSBC Trust Company (Canada), a unit of HSBC Trust Company (Canada) in Ottawa, Canada. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at HSBC Trust Company (Canada)?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code METCCAT1022, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Canada uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
How long does it take to send money to HSBC Trust Company (Canada) in Canada?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 1–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
What does each part of METCCAT1022 mean?
METC is the bank code of HSBC Trust Company (Canada), CA is the ISO code of Canada, T1 is the code for the city or region and 022 is the code of the branch HSBC Trust Company (Canada).
Has HSBC Trust Company (Canada) got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 7 SWIFT/BIC codes for HSBC Trust Company (Canada) in Canada, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.
What is the best way to send money to HSBC Trust Company (Canada)?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Canadian Dollar with specialist providers before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.