SWIFT/BIC code BACOARB10BZ
BACOARB10BZ belongs to HSBC Bank Argentina SA in Buenos Aires, Argentina.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BACOARB10BZ |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BACOARB1 |
| Branch code | 0BZ |
| Bank | HSBC Bank Argentina SA |
| Branch | Villa Crespo Branch |
| City | Buenos Aires |
| 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.
- 0BZ 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
What bank is behind SWIFT code BACOARB10BZ?
BACOARB10BZ is the SWIFT/BIC code of Villa Crespo Branch, part of HSBC Bank Argentina SA in Buenos Aires, Argentina. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What does each part of BACOARB10BZ mean?
BACO is the institution code of HSBC Bank Argentina SA, AR stands for Argentina, B1 is the location code and 0BZ identifies the branch Villa Crespo Branch.
Can I use BACOARB1 instead of BACOARB10BZ?
BACOARB1 is the main office of HSBC Bank Argentina SA, while BACOARB10BZ is Villa Crespo Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use BACOARB10BZ if the recipient asks for it.
What happens if I enter BACOARB10BZ with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check BACOARB10BZ against the details from HSBC Bank Argentina SA before you confirm.
What is the cheapest way to send money to HSBC Bank Argentina SA?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Argentina with specialist providers before you send.
How long does it take to send money to HSBC Bank Argentina SA in Argentina?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 2–5 business days, depending on 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.