SWIFT/BIC code BCECCLC1XXX

BCECCLC1XXX belongs to Banco Central de Chile in Santiago, Chile.

BCECCLC1XXX

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeBCECCLC1XXX
8-character codeBCECCLC1
Branch codeXXX
BankBanco Central de Chile
BranchHead office
CitySantiago
CountryChile

How the Banco Central de Chile SWIFT/BIC works

A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:

BCEC Bank code
4 letters that identify the bank.
CL Country code
2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
C1 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

What bank is behind SWIFT/BIC code BCECCLC1XXX?

BCECCLC1XXX identifies the headquarters of Banco Central de Chile in Santiago, Chile. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Banco Central de Chile.

Are BCECCLC1 and BCECCLC1XXX the same SWIFT code?

Yes, they are. BCECCLC1 is the 8-character version of BCECCLC1XXX. XXX simply means head office, so both routes your payment to Banco Central de Chile in Santiago.

How long does it take to send money to Banco Central de Chile?

An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 2–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.

What do the letters in BCECCLC1XXX stand for?

BCEC is the institution code of Banco Central de Chile, CL stands for Chile, C1 is the location code and XXX marks the head office.

Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Banco Central de Chile?

You need the SWIFT/BIC code BCECCLC1XXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Chile uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.

What happens if I enter BCECCLC1XXX with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check BCECCLC1XXX 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.