SWIFT/BIC code BACOARB10BF
BACOARB10BF belongs to HSBC Bank Argentina SA in Buenos Aires, Argentina.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BACOARB10BF |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BACOARB1 |
| Branch code | 0BF |
| Bank | HSBC Bank Argentina SA |
| Branch | Centro Branch |
| City | Buenos Aires |
| Country | Argentina |
How the HSBC Bank Argentina SA SWIFT/BIC works
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.
- 0BF 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 code BACOARB10BF?
BACOARB10BF is the SWIFT/BIC code of Centro Branch, a branch or department of HSBC Bank Argentina SA in Buenos Aires, Argentina. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What do the letters in BACOARB10BF mean?
BACO is the bank code of HSBC Bank Argentina SA, AR is the ISO code of Argentina, B1 is the code for the city or region and 0BF identifies the department Centro Branch.
Can I use BACOARB1 instead of BACOARB10BF?
BACOARB1 is the main office of HSBC Bank Argentina SA, while BACOARB10BF is Centro Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BACOARB10BF.
How long does it take to send money to HSBC Bank Argentina SA?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at HSBC Bank Argentina SA?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code BACOARB10BF, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Argentina is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
What is the cheapest way to send money to HSBC Bank Argentina SA in Argentina?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Argentina with transfer services before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.