SWIFT/BIC code BACOARB10B8
BACOARB10B8 belongs to HSBC Bank Argentina SA in Buenos Aires, Argentina.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BACOARB10B8 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BACOARB1 |
| Branch code | 0B8 |
| Bank | HSBC Bank Argentina SA |
| Branch | Alto Palermo Branch |
| City | Buenos Aires |
| Country | Argentina |
How the HSBC Bank Argentina SA SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BACO 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.
- 0B8 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 branch uses SWIFT code BACOARB10B8?
BACOARB10B8 identifies Alto Palermo Branch, a branch or department of HSBC Bank Argentina SA in Buenos Aires, Argentina. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What is the best way to send money to HSBC Bank Argentina SA in Argentina?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Argentina with transfer services before you send.
Has HSBC Bank Argentina SA got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 35 SWIFT/BIC codes for HSBC Bank Argentina SA in Argentina, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of HSBC Bank Argentina SA.
Can I use BACOARB1 instead of BACOARB10B8?
BACOARB1 points to the head office of HSBC Bank Argentina SA, while BACOARB10B8 is Alto Palermo Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BACOARB10B8.
What do I need to send money to an account at HSBC Bank Argentina SA?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code BACOARB10B8, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Argentina uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
How long does a transfer to HSBC Bank Argentina SA take?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 2–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.