SWIFT/BIC code METCCAT106E
METCCAT106E belongs to HSBC Trust Company (Canada) in Edmonton, Canada.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | METCCAT106E |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | METCCAT1 |
| Branch code | 06E |
| Bank | HSBC Trust Company (Canada) |
| Branch | — |
| City | Edmonton |
| 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.
- 06E 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
What bank is behind BIC METCCAT106E?
METCCAT106E is the SWIFT/BIC code of HSBC Trust Company (Canada), part of HSBC Trust Company (Canada) in Edmonton, Canada. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at HSBC Trust Company (Canada)?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code METCCAT106E, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Canada is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
How long does it take to send money to HSBC Trust Company (Canada) in Canada?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 1–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
What is the best way to send money to HSBC Trust Company (Canada) in Canada?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Canadian Dollar with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
What happens if I enter METCCAT106E incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check METCCAT106E against the details from HSBC Trust Company (Canada) before sending.
What do the letters in METCCAT106E 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 06E is the code of the department HSBC Trust Company (Canada).
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.