SWIFT/BIC code AEIBARB1XXX
AEIBARB1XXX belongs to American Express Bank LTD. in Buenos Aires, Argentina.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | AEIBARB1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | AEIBARB1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | American Express Bank LTD. |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Buenos Aires |
| Country | Argentina |
The way the American Express Bank LTD. SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- AEIB Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- AR Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- B1 Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- XXX Branch code
- 3 characters for a specific branch. XXX means the head office.
Check before you send
- Ask the recipient which bank and branch the account is held at.
- Use the head office code (XXX) when no branch is specified.
- Make sure the country in the code matches the country of the account.
Frequently asked questions
Which bank uses SWIFT/BIC code AEIBARB1XXX?
AEIBARB1XXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the head office of American Express Bank LTD. in Buenos Aires, Argentina. Use it when a payment to American Express Bank LTD. does not need a specific branch.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at American Express Bank LTD.?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code AEIBARB1XXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Argentina uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
What do the letters in AEIBARB1XXX stand for?
AEIB is the institution code of American Express Bank LTD., AR stands for Argentina, B1 is the location code and XXX marks the head office.
How long does it take to send money to American Express Bank LTD. in Argentina?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 1–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often faster than a bank.
Is AEIBARB1 and AEIBARB1XXX the same code?
Yes, they are. AEIBARB1 is the short version of AEIBARB1XXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so both will reach American Express Bank LTD. in Buenos Aires.
What is the cheapest way to send money to American Express Bank LTD.?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Argentina with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.