SWIFT/BIC code PAYSCAM1XXX
PAYSCAM1XXX belongs to Paysystems Corporation in Montreal, Canada.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | PAYSCAM1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | PAYSCAM1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Paysystems Corporation |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Montreal |
| Country | Canada |
How the Paysystems Corporation SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- PAYS Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- CA Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- M1 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 institution is behind BIC PAYSCAM1XXX?
PAYSCAM1XXX identifies the headquarters of Paysystems Corporation in Montreal, Canada. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Paysystems Corporation.
What do the letters in PAYSCAM1XXX stand for?
PAYS is the institution code of Paysystems Corporation, CA stands for Canada, M1 is the location code and XXX means the main office.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Paysystems Corporation?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code PAYSCAM1XXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Canada is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
How long does it take to send money to Paysystems Corporation?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often faster than a bank.
Does Paysystems Corporation have a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – PAYSCAM1XXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code we have for Paysystems Corporation in Canada, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
What is the best way to send money to Paysystems Corporation in Canada?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Canadian Dollar with transfer services before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.