SWIFT/BIC code BAPIARBAXXX
BAPIARBAXXX belongs to Banco Piano S.A. in Buenos Aires, Argentina.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BAPIARBAXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BAPIARBA |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Banco Piano S.A. |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Buenos Aires |
| Country | Argentina |
How the Banco Piano S.A. SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BAPI 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.
- XXX 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 is behind SWIFT/BIC code BAPIARBAXXX?
BAPIARBAXXX identifies the headquarters of Banco Piano S.A. in Buenos Aires, Argentina. Use it when a payment to Banco Piano S.A. does not need a specific branch.
What is the best way to send money to Banco Piano S.A.?
Banks often add several percent 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.
How long does a transfer to Banco Piano S.A. take in Argentina?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 2–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often faster than a bank.
What happens if I enter BAPIARBAXXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check BAPIARBAXXX with the recipient before sending.
What does each part of BAPIARBAXXX mean?
BAPI is the institution code of Banco Piano S.A., AR is the ISO code of Argentina, BA is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the head office.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Banco Piano S.A.?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code BAPIARBAXXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Argentina uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.