SWIFT/BIC code NOSCUS4HXXX
NOSCUS4HXXX belongs to The Bank of Nova Scotia in Houston,tx, United States.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | NOSCUS4HXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | NOSCUS4H |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | The Bank of Nova Scotia |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Houston,tx |
| Country | United States |
The way 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.
- US Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 4H 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
Which bank uses SWIFT/BIC code NOSCUS4HXXX?
NOSCUS4HXXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the head office of The Bank of Nova Scotia in Houston,tx, United States. It is the code to use when a payment to The Bank of Nova Scotia does not need a specific branch.
What do the letters in NOSCUS4HXXX stand for?
NOSC is the institution code of The Bank of Nova Scotia, US is the ISO code of United States, 4H is the location code and XXX marks the main office.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at The Bank of Nova Scotia?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code NOSCUS4HXXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. United States is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
How long does it take to send money to The Bank of Nova Scotia in United States?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 1–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
What is the cheapest way to send money to The Bank of Nova Scotia in United States?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in US Dollar with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Has The Bank of Nova Scotia got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 3 SWIFT/BIC codes for The Bank of Nova Scotia in United States. All of them are listed on the page of The Bank of Nova Scotia.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.