SWIFT/BIC code BACOARBARCM
BACOARBARCM belongs to HSBC Bank Argentina SA in Buenos Aires, Argentina.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BACOARBARCM |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BACOARBA |
| Branch code | RCM |
| Bank | HSBC Bank Argentina SA |
| Branch | Capital Markets Department |
| City | Buenos Aires |
| Country | Argentina |
How the HSBC Bank Argentina SA SWIFT/BIC is structured
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).
- BA Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- RCM 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 BACOARBARCM?
BACOARBARCM identifies Capital Markets Department, part of HSBC Bank Argentina SA in Buenos Aires, Argentina. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What does each part of BACOARBARCM mean?
BACO is the bank code of HSBC Bank Argentina SA, AR stands for Argentina, BA is the code for the city or region and RCM is the code of the department Capital Markets Department.
What happens if I enter BACOARBARCM incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check BACOARBARCM against the details from HSBC Bank Argentina SA before you confirm.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at HSBC Bank Argentina SA?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code BACOARBARCM, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. Argentina uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
Can I use BACOARBA instead of BACOARBARCM?
BACOARBA is the main office of HSBC Bank Argentina SA, while BACOARBARCM points to Capital Markets Department. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BACOARBARCM.
How long does a transfer to HSBC Bank Argentina SA take in Argentina?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 2–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist 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.