Understanding the Table:
The comparison table above helps you see the total cost of your CIBC currency transaction by showing the exchange rates offered by different providers. It also makes it easy to spot potential savings from market-leading FX services compared to bank rates.
To see a full list of available providers, simply enter your details and click ‘Get Rates’.
CIBC uses different bank codes depending on the currency and location of the sending bank. Here are some of the most common bank codes used for receiving foreign wire transfers:
SWIFT Code: CIBCCATT: This code is used for receiving wire transfers in Canadian dollars (CAD) from foreign banks.
Transit Number and Institution Number: These codes are used for receiving wire transfers in Canadian dollars (CAD) from banks located within Canada.
ABA Routing Number: 021000089: This code is used for receiving wire transfers in U.S. dollars (USD) from banks located within the United States.
CHIPS UID: 0902: This code is used for receiving wire transfers in U.S. dollars (USD) from foreign banks that are members of the Clearing House Interbank Payments System (CHIPS).
Fedwire ABA Routing Number: 026009593: This code is used for receiving wire transfers in U.S. dollars (USD) from banks located outside of the United States.
It's important to note that specific bank codes may vary depending on the currency and location of the sending bank, and it's recommended to confirm the correct codes with CIBC before initiating a wire transfer. Additionally, CIBC may charge fees for receiving wire transfers, so it's important to check the current fees and policies before initiating a transaction.
CIBC offers several credit cards with different foreign transaction fees. Here are some examples:
CIBC Aventura Visa Infinite Card: This card charges a foreign transaction fee of 2.5% of each transaction in Canadian dollars.
CIBC Dividend Visa Infinite Card: This card charges a foreign transaction fee of 2.5% of each transaction in Canadian dollars.
CIBC Aeroplan Visa Infinite Card: This card charges a foreign transaction fee of 2.5% of each transaction in Canadian dollars.
CIBC Platinum Visa Card: This card charges a foreign transaction fee of 2.5% of each transaction in Canadian dollars.
It's important to note that credit card terms and conditions can change, so it's always a good idea to check the current fees and policies before applying for or using a credit card for foreign transactions.
If you wish to save on exchange rates and foreign ATM fees then you should consider the Wise multi-currency card.
The CIBC USD to CAD exchange rate is 1.2624. This is -7.8% compared to the latest USD-CAD mid-market rate 1.3697.
As exchange rates can vary significantly between banks and also between currency exchange providers, it's therefore important to carefully compare US dollar (USD) to Canadian dollar (CAD) rates from different sources before making a conversion.
The above CIBC - Dollar to Loonie comparison table makes it easy to compare the Total Fees (both variable and fixed) you are being charged by CIBC and other foreign exchange providers against the latest USD-CAD mid-rate and the possible savings of using various providers.
Looking at the full comparison table the best USD to CAD exchange rate is 1.3629 from OFX, -0.5% from the mid-market rate 1.3697. The next best rate is 1.3614 from XE, -0.61% from the mid-rate. Then Wise with 1.3607 is -0.66% from the mid-rate.
The Western Union rate is 1.356 which is -1% from the mid-rate.
Among the banks the Chase Bank rate is 1.2624 at -7.8% the Wells Fargo Bank rate is 1.2542 at -8.4% and the Citibank rate is 1.3172 at -3.8% compared to the mid-rate 1.3697.
It's important to note that exchange rates also fluctuate frequently due to market conditions. Additionally, banks like CIBC often apply a margin to the exchange rate, resulting in a less favorable rate for customers compared to the mid-market rate. For more competitive rates, you might consider using a specialized currency exchange service or platforms that offer rates closer to the mid-market rate.
View a full list of exchange rates by selecting your Base (from) currency: