BOFMCAT2FXM - SWIFT / BIC Code - BANK OF MONTREAL, THE - CANADA
BANK OF MONTREAL, THE - BOFMCAT2FXM SWIFT CODE DETAILS | |
| SWIFT CODE | BOFMCAT2FXM |
|---|---|
| SWIFT CODE (8 characters) | BOFMCAT2 |
| BANK NAME | BANK OF MONTREAL, THE |
| BANK BRANCH | (FOREIGN EXCHANGE AND MONEY MARKET) |
| BRANCH CODE | FXM |
| COUNTRY |  CANADA (CA) |
| CITY | TORONTO |
| ADDRESS | KING AND BAY STREET STREETS |
| ZIP / POSTAL CODE | M5X 1A1 |
| CODE STATUS | Active |
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SWIFT Code BOFMCAT2FXM Breakdown
- SWIFT Digits:
- 11 - This swift code references a branch office of BANK OF MONTREAL, THE.
- Institution / Bank Code:
- BOFM - This is the institution / bank code assigned to BANK OF MONTREAL, THE.
- Country Code:
- CA - This is the 2-letter country code associated with CANADA (CA).
- Location Code:
- T2 - This represents the location code, and the second digit/character has a value of "2". This means that this is a reverse billing BIC.
- Branch Code:
- FXM - This code value means that this is not the primary office of the bank but rather a branch: (FOREIGN EXCHANGE AND MONEY MARKET) bank branch of BANK OF MONTREAL, THE.
- Primary Office SWIFT:
- BOFMCAT2XXX - BANK OF MONTREAL, THE's primary office swift / bic code.
SWIFT Codes Frequently Asked Questions
What are SWIFT codes?
A SWIFT code is a set of 8 or 11 digits that uniquely identify a bank branch. You'll need to use one when sending money internationally.
If you want to send money to BANK OF MONTREAL, THE, registered at KING AND BAY STREET STREETS in TORONTO, CANADA you will need the BOFMCAT2XXX SWIFT code.
What are BIC codes?
BIC code is just a different name for SWIFT code.
Both represent a sequence of either 8 or 11 digits which include a bank code, a country code, a location code, and a branch code — all of which are combined to identify an individual bank branch.
Is a SWIFT code the same for all branches?
Not all bank branches have a SWIFT code. When you can't find the code for your specific branch, you can use the bank’s primary office swift.
Do you need a SWIFT code for international transfers?
When you send money internationally, you need a SWIFT / BIC code. Without it, your bank can't identify the exact bank where the money needs to be sent.
What is a Transit Number?
Transit numbers are 9-digit codes used in Canada for electronic funds transfers. They identify a specific Canadian bank and branch where a payment will be sent.