Bank of Montreal (BMO)

Montreal, QC · Canada
SWIFT / BIC Code
BOFMCAM2

BMO is Canada's oldest bank and a major North American financial institution offering broad SWIFT correspondent coverage.

Bank Details

BOFMCAM2
Canada
Montreal, QC
1817
bmo.com
Americas
CADUSDEURGBP

How to Use the Bank of Montreal (BMO) SWIFT Code

When sending a SWIFT international wire to Bank of Montreal (BMO), include the BIC BOFMCAM2 in the "SWIFT/BIC code" or "Bank identifier code" field of your sending bank's wire transfer form.

The 8-character BIC BOFMCAM2 identifies Bank of Montreal (BMO)'s head office. If you are sending to a specific branch, the bank may provide an 11-character BIC with a 3-character branch suffix (e.g. BOFMCAM2XXX).

Once your bank sends the wire, your payment gets a 36-character UETR tracking code. Paste it into Ohmyfin's free tracker to see the live SWIFT GPI status — no bank login needed.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the SWIFT code for Bank of Montreal (BMO)?
The SWIFT/BIC code for Bank of Montreal (BMO) is BOFMCAM2. This 8-character code is used to route international wire transfers to Bank of Montreal (BMO) on the SWIFT network.
Is BOFMCAM2 the correct SWIFT code to use?
Yes, BOFMCAM2 is the primary SWIFT/BIC code for Bank of Montreal (BMO). Always confirm the exact BIC (especially branch suffix) with your recipient or Bank of Montreal (BMO)'s official website before sending a large wire.
How do I track a payment from Bank of Montreal (BMO)?
Ask the sender (or your bank) for the 36-character UETR tracking code from the MT103 payment confirmation (field 121). Then paste it into Ohmyfin's free SWIFT tracker for the live payment status — no login needed.
What currencies does Bank of Montreal (BMO) accept for international wires?
Bank of Montreal (BMO) handles the following major currencies: CAD, USD, EUR, GBP. Always confirm accepted currencies directly with the bank for your specific corridor.

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