Bank SWIFT code

Bank of Nova Scotia (Scotiabank)

Toronto, Canada · BIC NOSCCATT

SWIFT / BIC
NOSCCATT
Bank code
NOSC
Country
CA
Location
TT
Branch
XXX (primary office)
Head office city
Toronto
BIC length
8 characters (primary office)

What each part of NOSCCATT means

A SWIFT/BIC code is read left to right in four blocks.

NOSC
Bank code
4 letters — the institution (here, the bank prefix)
CA
Country code
2 letters — ISO 3166 country
TT
Location code
2 characters — city/region; a digit often means a test code
XXX
Branch code
3 characters — XXX marks the primary office

How to use this SWIFT code

Use NOSCCATT as the receiver bank SWIFT/BIC code when initiating an international wire transfer to Bank of Nova Scotia (Scotiabank). Combine it with the recipient's account number and full name. Double-check the code with Bank of Nova Scotia (Scotiabank) or the recipient before sending — branch-specific BICs can differ from the head-office code.

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Bank of Nova Scotia (Scotiabank) SWIFT code FAQ

What is the SWIFT code for Bank of Nova Scotia (Scotiabank)?
The SWIFT/BIC code for Bank of Nova Scotia (Scotiabank) is NOSCCATT, identifying the bank's head office in Toronto, Canada. Use it as the receiver-bank BIC when initiating an international wire transfer.
Is NOSCCATT an 8- or 11-character SWIFT code?
NOSCCATT is an 8-character BIC — the bank's primary (head-office) code. An 11-character form would append a branch code (often XXX for the primary office).
Where do I find the SWIFT code for Bank of Nova Scotia (Scotiabank)?
It is shown on bank statements and in online banking, or you can ask Bank of Nova Scotia (Scotiabank) directly. You can also decode NOSCCATT in the SWIFT/BIC lookup on this site. Always confirm the code with the receiving bank before sending funds.
What's the difference between NOSCCATT and a routing number?
A SWIFT/BIC code identifies a bank for cross-border payments, while a routing number (ABA) is used for domestic US transfers. For an international wire to Bank of Nova Scotia (Scotiabank), you need the SWIFT code; for a domestic US transfer you need the routing number.

⚠️ BIC data reflects the head-office code from public bank disclosures. Branch-specific SWIFT codes may differ — confirm with Bank of Nova Scotia (Scotiabank) for exact routing before sending funds.