What is National Bank of Canada institution number?

National Bank of Canada's institution number is 006. This is the 3-digit code that identifies National Bank within the Canadian clearing system and forms part of every National Bank account's 9-digit routing number.

What is National Bank transit number?

National Bank transit numbers are 5 digits and vary by branch. Your specific transit number is printed on your cheques (the middle 5-digit number on the bottom of the cheque) and is also visible in your online banking under Account Details. Common Montreal-area transit numbers include 00002, 00011, and others — your specific transit depends on which branch your account is associated with, not necessarily the branch nearest to you.

What is the National Bank routing number format for EFT?

The 9-digit EFT (electronic funds transfer) routing number format in Canada is: 0 + transit number (5 digits) + institution number (3 digits). For National Bank: 0[TTTTT]006. For example, if your transit number is 00002, your 9-digit routing number is 000002006. You can find your exact transit number on a void cheque or in online banking under Account Details.

What is the SWIFT code for National Bank of Canada?

The SWIFT/BIC code for National Bank of Canada is BNDCCAMMINT for international wire transfers sent to National Bank. Some branches use the generic BNDCCAMM. Always confirm the SWIFT code with your National Bank branch or online banking before initiating an international wire — the sender's bank may require the full 11-character BIC (BNDCCAMMINT) or accept the 8-character version (BNDCCAMM).

How do I find my National Bank account number?

Your account number is the longest number on the bottom of a National Bank cheque — typically 7 digits, following the branch transit number and before the institution number. In online banking, go to Account Details or select the account to view the full transit number, institution number, and account number. For direct deposit setup, you need the transit number, institution number (006), and account number.

Can I use a National Bank void cheque for direct deposit?

Yes. A void cheque from National Bank shows all three required fields: the 5-digit transit number, institution number (006), and your account number — in MICR encoding across the bottom. If you do not have paper cheques, you can print a void cheque from online banking (Accounts → select account → Print a void cheque) or use the Direct Deposit form, which displays the same information.

National Bank Routing Number 2026 | Transit & Institution Number

National Bank of Canada’s institution number is 006. The transit number (5 digits) varies by branch and is specific to the branch where your account was opened. Together with a leading zero, these form the 9-digit routing number used for Canadian EFT (electronic funds transfer), direct deposit, and pre-authorized debit.

National Bank Routing Number Summary

Field	Value	Notes
Institution number	006	Identifies National Bank nationally
Transit number	5 digits	Varies by branch — see void cheque or online banking
9-digit EFT format	0TTTTT006	0 + transit (5 digits) + institution (3 digits)
SWIFT / BIC code	BNDCCAMMINT	For international wire transfers to National Bank

How to Find Your Transit Number

Method 1: Void cheque The bottom of a National Bank cheque contains three sets of numbers in MICR font:

Cheque number (3 digits)
Transit number (5 digits)
Institution number: 006
Account number (varies)

The transit number is the 5-digit number in the middle section.

Method 2: Online banking

Log in to National Bank online banking
Select your chequing account
Look for Account Details or Direct Deposit Information
Your transit number, institution number, and account number are listed

Method 3: Digital void cheque

Online banking → Account → Print a void cheque
Download and print or send digitally to your employer or CRA

9-Digit EFT Routing Number

Canadian EFT transactions (direct deposit, pre-authorized debit) use a 9-digit routing number in the format:

0 + [5-digit transit] + [3-digit institution]

For National Bank (institution 006):

Transit Example	9-Digit Routing Number
00002	000002006
00011	000112006
00020	000202006

Your actual transit number depends on your account’s originating branch. Use the number from your void cheque or online banking — do not guess from examples.

SWIFT Code for International Wires

Use Case	SWIFT Code
International wire transfers to National Bank	BNDCCAMMINT
Alternate (8-character)	BNDCCAMM

For receiving an international wire into a National Bank account, provide the sender with:

SWIFT: BNDCCAMMINT
Your account number
Your branch transit number
Institution number: 006
Bank name: National Bank of Canada
Bank address: 600 De La Gauchetière West, Montreal, QC H3B 4L2

Direct Deposit Setup

To set up direct deposit (employer payroll, CRA, Service Canada):

Field	Value
Bank name	National Bank of Canada
Transit number	Your 5-digit transit (from void cheque / online banking)
Institution number	006
Account number	Your account number

For CRA direct deposit (tax refunds, GST/HST credit, CCB): log in to My CRA Account at canada.ca → Direct Deposit → enter the above details.