SWIFT/BIC code NOSCCATTVCR
NOSCCATTVCR belongs to Bank of Nova Scotia in Vancouver, Canada.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NOSCCATTVCR |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NOSCCATT |
| Branch code | VCR |
| Bank | Bank of Nova Scotia |
| Branch | — |
| City | Vancouver |
| Country | Canada |
The way 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.
- VCR 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 bank uses BIC NOSCCATTVCR?
NOSCCATTVCR is the SWIFT/BIC code of Bank of Nova Scotia, a branch or department of Bank of Nova Scotia in Vancouver, Canada. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Bank of Nova Scotia?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code NOSCCATTVCR, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Canada is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
Has Bank of Nova Scotia got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 26 SWIFT/BIC codes for Bank of Nova Scotia in Canada, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of Bank of Nova Scotia.
What happens if I enter NOSCCATTVCR with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check NOSCCATTVCR against the details from Bank of Nova Scotia before sending.
How long does a transfer to Bank of Nova Scotia take in Canada?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
What does each part of NOSCCATTVCR mean?
NOSC is the bank code of Bank of Nova Scotia, CA stands for Canada, TT is the code for the city or region and VCR is the code of the department Bank of Nova Scotia.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.