SWIFT/BIC code BACOARB10BY
BACOARB10BY belongs to HSBC Bank Argentina SA in Vicente Lopez, Argentina.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BACOARB10BY |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BACOARB1 |
| Branch code | 0BY |
| Bank | HSBC Bank Argentina SA |
| Branch | Vicente Lopez Branch |
| City | Vicente Lopez |
| Country | Argentina |
The way 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.
- 0BY 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 BACOARB10BY?
BACOARB10BY identifies Vicente Lopez Branch, part of HSBC Bank Argentina SA in Vicente Lopez, Argentina. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What is the cheapest way to send money to HSBC Bank Argentina SA in Argentina?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Argentina with specialist providers before you send.
What do the letters in BACOARB10BY mean?
BACO is the bank code of HSBC Bank Argentina SA, AR stands for Argentina, B1 is the location code and 0BY is the code of the branch Vicente Lopez Branch.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at HSBC Bank Argentina SA?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code BACOARB10BY, 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.
Can I use BACOARB1 instead of BACOARB10BY?
BACOARB1 points to the main office of HSBC Bank Argentina SA, while BACOARB10BY is Vicente Lopez Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use BACOARB10BY if the recipient asks for it.
What happens if I enter BACOARB10BY with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check BACOARB10BY with the recipient before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.