SWIFT/BIC code NOSCBSNSTMK
NOSCBSNSTMK belongs to Scotiabank (Bahamas) LTD in Nassau, Bahamas.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NOSCBSNSTMK |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NOSCBSNS |
| Branch code | TMK |
| Bank | Scotiabank (Bahamas) LTD |
| Branch | Caribbean Treasury Unit |
| City | Nassau |
| Country | Bahamas |
How the Scotiabank (Bahamas) LTD SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- NOSC Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- BS Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- NS Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- TMK 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/BIC code NOSCBSNSTMK?
The code NOSCBSNSTMK belongs to Caribbean Treasury Unit, part of Scotiabank (Bahamas) LTD in Nassau, Bahamas. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What does each part of NOSCBSNSTMK mean?
NOSC is the bank code of Scotiabank (Bahamas) LTD, BS stands for Bahamas, NS is the location code and TMK is the code of the branch Caribbean Treasury Unit.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Scotiabank (Bahamas) LTD?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Bahamas with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
How long does a transfer to Scotiabank (Bahamas) LTD take?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
What happens if I enter NOSCBSNSTMK incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check NOSCBSNSTMK with the recipient before sending.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Scotiabank (Bahamas) LTD?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code NOSCBSNSTMK, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Bahamas uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.