SWIFT/BIC code NOSCCATTBSM
NOSCCATTBSM belongs to Bank of Nova Scotia in Toronto, Canada.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NOSCCATTBSM |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NOSCCATT |
| Branch code | BSM |
| Bank | Bank of Nova Scotia |
| Branch | Balance Sheet Management |
| City | Toronto |
| Country | Canada |
How 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.
- CA Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- TT Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- BSM 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code NOSCCATTBSM?
The code NOSCCATTBSM belongs to Balance Sheet Management, a unit of Bank of Nova Scotia in Toronto, Canada. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Bank of Nova Scotia?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code NOSCCATTBSM, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Canada uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
What happens if I use NOSCCATTBSM incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check NOSCCATTBSM with the recipient before sending.
How long does it take to send money to Bank of Nova Scotia in Canada?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often faster than a bank.
What do the letters in NOSCCATTBSM mean?
NOSC is the institution code of Bank of Nova Scotia, CA stands for Canada, TT is the code for the city or region and BSM identifies the department Balance Sheet Management.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Bank of Nova Scotia?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Canadian Dollar with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.