SWIFT/BIC code NOSCCATTFXA
NOSCCATTFXA belongs to Bank of Nova Scotia in Toronto, Canada.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NOSCCATTFXA |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NOSCCATT |
| Branch code | FXA |
| Bank | Bank of Nova Scotia |
| Branch | — |
| City | Toronto |
| Country | Canada |
The way the Bank of Nova Scotia SWIFT/BIC is built up
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.
- FXA 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 uses BIC NOSCCATTFXA?
The code NOSCCATTFXA belongs to Bank of Nova Scotia, part of Bank of Nova Scotia in Toronto, Canada. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
How long does it take to send money to Bank of Nova Scotia in Canada?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 1–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
What do I need to send money to an account at Bank of Nova Scotia?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code NOSCCATTFXA, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Canada uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
What does each part of NOSCCATTFXA stand for?
NOSC is the bank code of Bank of Nova Scotia, CA is the ISO code of Canada, TT is the code for the city or region and FXA identifies the department Bank of Nova Scotia.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Bank of Nova Scotia?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Canadian Dollar with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Can I use NOSCCATT instead of NOSCCATTFXA?
NOSCCATT is the main office of Bank of Nova Scotia, while NOSCCATTFXA points to Bank of Nova Scotia. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention NOSCCATTFXA.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.