SWIFT/BIC code METCCAT108V

METCCAT108V belongs to HSBC Trust Company (Canada) in Vancouver, Canada.

METCCAT108V

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeMETCCAT108V
8-character codeMETCCAT1
Branch code08V
BankHSBC Trust Company (Canada)
Branch—
CityVancouver
CountryCanada

The way the HSBC Trust Company (Canada) SWIFT/BIC works

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.
08V 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 METCCAT108V?

METCCAT108V is the SWIFT/BIC code of HSBC Trust Company (Canada), part of HSBC Trust Company (Canada) in Vancouver, Canada. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

What is the cheapest way to send money to HSBC Trust Company (Canada) in Canada?

Banks often 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.

Has HSBC Trust Company (Canada) got more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes, we list 7 SWIFT/BIC codes for HSBC Trust Company (Canada) in Canada. All of them are listed on the page of HSBC Trust Company (Canada).

How long does a transfer to HSBC Trust Company (Canada) take in Canada?

An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 1–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often faster and cheaper.

Can I use METCCAT1 instead of METCCAT108V?

METCCAT1 points to the main office of HSBC Trust Company (Canada), while METCCAT108V is HSBC Trust Company (Canada). For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use METCCAT108V if the recipient asks for it.

What happens if I enter METCCAT108V with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check METCCAT108V against the details from HSBC Trust Company (Canada) before you confirm.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.