SWIFT/BIC code BACOARB10BI
BACOARB10BI belongs to HSBC Bank Argentina SA in La Plata, Argentina.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BACOARB10BI |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BACOARB1 |
| Branch code | 0BI |
| Bank | HSBC Bank Argentina SA |
| Branch | La Plata Branch |
| City | La Plata |
| Country | Argentina |
The way the HSBC Bank Argentina SA SWIFT/BIC is built up
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.
- 0BI 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 BIC BACOARB10BI?
BACOARB10BI is the SWIFT/BIC code of La Plata Branch, part of HSBC Bank Argentina SA in La Plata, Argentina. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I enter BACOARB10BI with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check BACOARB10BI with the recipient before sending.
What is the best way to send money to HSBC Bank Argentina SA in Argentina?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Argentina with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Has HSBC Bank Argentina SA got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 35 SWIFT/BIC codes for HSBC Bank Argentina SA in Argentina, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.
What do the letters in BACOARB10BI mean?
BACO is the bank code of HSBC Bank Argentina SA, AR stands for Argentina, B1 is the code for the city or region and 0BI identifies the branch La Plata Branch.
How long does it take to send money to HSBC Bank Argentina SA in Argentina?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 1–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.