SWIFT/BIC code PICTCAM2XXX
PICTCAM2XXX belongs to Pictet Overseas Inc. in Montreal, Canada.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | PICTCAM2XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | PICTCAM2 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Pictet Overseas Inc. |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Montreal |
| Country | Canada |
The way the Pictet Overseas Inc. SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- PICT Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- CA Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- M2 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 code PICTCAM2XXX?
The code PICTCAM2XXX belongs to the head office of Pictet Overseas Inc. in Montreal, Canada. Use it when a payment to Pictet Overseas Inc. does not need a specific branch.
Are PICTCAM2 and PICTCAM2XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. PICTCAM2 is the short version of PICTCAM2XXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so either version routes your payment to Pictet Overseas Inc. in Montreal.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Pictet Overseas Inc.?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code PICTCAM2XXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Canada is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
What do the letters in PICTCAM2XXX mean?
PICT is the bank code of Pictet Overseas Inc., CA stands for Canada, M2 is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the head office.
How long does it take to send money to Pictet Overseas Inc.?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 2–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
What happens if I enter PICTCAM2XXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check PICTCAM2XXX against the details from Pictet Overseas Inc. before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.