SWIFT/BIC code BACOARB10BW
BACOARB10BW belongs to HSBC Bank Argentina SA in Buenos Aires, Argentina.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BACOARB10BW |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BACOARB1 |
| Branch code | 0BW |
| Bank | HSBC Bank Argentina SA |
| Branch | Tribunales Branch |
| City | Buenos Aires |
| Country | Argentina |
How 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.
- 0BW 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 is behind SWIFT code BACOARB10BW?
BACOARB10BW identifies Tribunales Branch, a branch or department of HSBC Bank Argentina SA in Buenos Aires, Argentina. Only use it if 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 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Argentina with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Does HSBC Bank Argentina SA have more 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 I need to send money to an account at HSBC Bank Argentina SA?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code BACOARB10BW, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Argentina is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
What do the letters in BACOARB10BW mean?
BACO is the institution code of HSBC Bank Argentina SA, AR is the ISO code of Argentina, B1 is the location code and 0BW is the code of the department Tribunales Branch.
What happens if I enter BACOARB10BW incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check BACOARB10BW with the recipient before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.