SWIFT/BIC code NOSCAU2SXXX

NOSCAU2SXXX belongs to The Bank of Nova Scotia in Sydney, Australia.

NOSCAU2SXXX

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeNOSCAU2SXXX
8-character codeNOSCAU2S
Branch codeXXX
BankThe Bank of Nova Scotia
BranchHead office
CitySydney
CountryAustralia

How the The Bank of Nova Scotia SWIFT/BIC works

A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:

NOSC Bank code
4 letters that identify the bank.
AU Country code
2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
2S 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

What bank is behind SWIFT/BIC code NOSCAU2SXXX?

NOSCAU2SXXX identifies the main office of The Bank of Nova Scotia in Sydney, Australia. Use it when a payment to The Bank of Nova Scotia does not need a specific branch.

What happens if I enter NOSCAU2SXXX incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check NOSCAU2SXXX with the recipient before you confirm.

Does The Bank of Nova Scotia have only one SWIFT/BIC code?

Yes – NOSCAU2SXXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code listed for The Bank of Nova Scotia in Australia, so there is no branch code to choose.

What is the best way to send money to The Bank of Nova Scotia in Australia?

Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Australian Dollar with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.

What do I need for a transfer to an account at The Bank of Nova Scotia?

You need the SWIFT/BIC code NOSCAU2SXXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Australia uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.

What do the letters in NOSCAU2SXXX stand for?

NOSC is the bank code of The Bank of Nova Scotia, AU stands for Australia, 2S is the location code and XXX means the head office.

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