SWIFT/BIC code METCCAT1GWM
METCCAT1GWM belongs to HSBC Trust Company (Canada) in Toronto, Canada.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | METCCAT1GWM |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | METCCAT1 |
| Branch code | GWM |
| Bank | HSBC Trust Company (Canada) |
| Branch | — |
| City | Toronto |
| Country | Canada |
How 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.
- GWM 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 SWIFT/BIC code METCCAT1GWM?
METCCAT1GWM identifies HSBC Trust Company (Canada), part of HSBC Trust Company (Canada) in Toronto, Canada. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I use METCCAT1GWM incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check METCCAT1GWM against the details from HSBC Trust Company (Canada) before you confirm.
Can I use METCCAT1 instead of METCCAT1GWM?
METCCAT1 points to the main office of HSBC Trust Company (Canada), while METCCAT1GWM is HSBC Trust Company (Canada). Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use METCCAT1GWM if the recipient asks for it.
What is the cheapest way to send money to HSBC Trust Company (Canada)?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Canadian Dollar with specialist providers before you send.
How long does it take to send money to HSBC Trust Company (Canada) in Canada?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 1–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
What do the letters in METCCAT1GWM stand for?
METC is the institution code of HSBC Trust Company (Canada), CA is the ISO code of Canada, T1 is the location code and GWM is the code of the branch HSBC Trust Company (Canada).
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.