SWIFT/BIC Code for the Bank of Nova Scotia Jamaica (Scotiabank)

Scotiabank Jamaica’s SWIFT code is NOSCJMKNXXX. This is the primary code for most international transfers.

 

Scotiabank Jamaica may use additional SWIFT/BIC codes for specific banking services, so confirm the right one with your recipient or the bank directly before you send.

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NOSCJMKNXXX

NOSCJMKNXXX consists of four parts: NOSC identifies Scotiabank, JM denotes Jamaica as the country, KN stands for the city of Kingston, and XXX identifies the main office.

Scotiabank Jamaica SWIFT code details

Bank Name

The Bank of Nova Scotia (Jamaica)

SWIFT/BIC codeNOSCJMKNXXX
Bank addressCorner Duke & Port Royal Streets P.O. Box 709
CityKingston
CountryJamaica
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Why do I need a Scotiabank Jamaica SWIFT code?

A SWIFT/BIC code is the single identifier banks recognize for one specific institution. When money is sent from abroad, that shared standard is what points the payment to Scotiabank Jamaica and no other bank.

 

Recipients can find their Scotiabank Jamaica SWIFT code on a recent statement or through their online banking.

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How to find a local branch SWIFT code for Scotiabank Jamaica

Request the details from your recipient

Ask for their Scotiabank Jamaica account number and the SWIFT code. They can find both on a recent statement or in their Scotiabank online banking.

Verify the branch SWIFT code

Different branches throughout the country may use their own Jamaica Scotiabank SWIFT code. When a branch code isn’t available, the head office code NOSCJMKNXXX works for most transfers.

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Bank of Nova Scotia Jamaica (Scotiabank) SWIFT Code in Jamaica

Understanding SWIFT codes

SWIFT codes are 8 to 11 characters long, and each segment communicates something about the receiving bank:

 

1 – Bank code (4 letters)

NOSC represents Scotiabank.

 

2 – Country code (2 letters)

JM stands for Jamaica.

 

3 – Location code (2 letters or numbers)

This indicates the bank’s city or regional office. In this case, KN for Kingston.

 

4 – Branch code (3 character)

Narrows it to a specific branch. When this is blank or reads XXX, the code refers to the bank’s head office.

 

If you don’t have a branch-specific code, the primary SWIFT code for the Bank of Nova Scotia in Jamaica is NOSCJMKNXXX.

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Frequently asked questions

Do I need a SWIFT/BIC code for international money transfers to Scotiabank Jamaica?

Yes. International transfers to a Scotiabank Jamaica account cannot move forward without a SWIFT code. NOSCJMKNXXX is the primary code.

How do I find a SWIFT code for Scotiabank Jamaica?

Your recipient is the best source. Scotiabank Jamaica customers can pull their branch SWIFT code from a recent statement or through online banking. Western Union’s bank codes guide is another helpful reference.

Do all banks in Jamaica have a SWIFT code?

Most banks in Jamaica that handle international transfers hold a SWIFT code. The few outside the SWIFT network route cross-border payments through a correspondent bank and use that bank’s code. For more on how codes work, see our guide on SWIFT codes vs. IBANs.

Is a SWIFT code the same for all branches?

It depends on the bank. Larger banks frequently give individual branches their own SWIFT codes, and Scotiabank is one of them. When a branch code isn’t available, NOSCJMKNXXX serves as a default for most Scotiabank Jamaica transfers.

This content is for informational purposes only. Western Union does not require you add bank codes when performing an international money transfer.