Bank SWIFT code

Royal Bank of Canada (RBC)

Toronto, Canada · BIC ROYCCAT2

SWIFT / BIC
ROYCCAT2
Bank code
ROYC
Country
CA
Location
T2
Branch
XXX (primary office)
Head office city
Toronto
BIC length
8 characters (primary office)

What each part of ROYCCAT2 means

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

ROYC
Bank code
4 letters — the institution (here, the bank prefix)
CA
Country code
2 letters — ISO 3166 country
T2
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 ROYCCAT2 as the receiver bank SWIFT/BIC code when initiating an international wire transfer to Royal Bank of Canada (RBC). Combine it with the recipient's account number and full name. Double-check the code with Royal Bank of Canada (RBC) or the recipient before sending — branch-specific BICs can differ from the head-office code.

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Royal Bank of Canada (RBC) SWIFT code FAQ

What is the SWIFT code for Royal Bank of Canada (RBC)?
The SWIFT/BIC code for Royal Bank of Canada (RBC) is ROYCCAT2, identifying the bank's head office in Toronto, Canada. Use it as the receiver-bank BIC when initiating an international wire transfer.
Is ROYCCAT2 an 8- or 11-character SWIFT code?
ROYCCAT2 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 Royal Bank of Canada (RBC)?
It is shown on bank statements and in online banking, or you can ask Royal Bank of Canada (RBC) directly. You can also decode ROYCCAT2 in the SWIFT/BIC lookup on this site. Always confirm the code with the receiving bank before sending funds.
What's the difference between ROYCCAT2 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 Royal Bank of Canada (RBC), 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 Royal Bank of Canada (RBC) for exact routing before sending funds.