SWIFT/BIC code BCECCLRDXXX
BCECCLRDXXX belongs to Banco Central de Chile in Santiago, Chile.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BCECCLRDXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BCECCLRD |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Banco Central de Chile |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Santiago |
| Country | Chile |
The way the Banco Central de Chile SWIFT/BIC is built up
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).
- RD 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 BIC BCECCLRDXXX?
BCECCLRDXXX identifies the headquarters of Banco Central de Chile in Santiago, Chile. Use it when a payment to Banco Central de Chile does not need a specific branch.
Does Banco Central de Chile have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 6 SWIFT/BIC codes for Banco Central de Chile in Chile. All of them are listed on the page of Banco Central de Chile.
How long does a transfer to Banco Central de Chile take in Chile?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
Are BCECCLRD and BCECCLRDXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. BCECCLRD is the short version of BCECCLRDXXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so both routes your payment to Banco Central de Chile in Santiago.
What do the letters in BCECCLRDXXX stand for?
BCEC is the institution code of Banco Central de Chile, CL stands for Chile, RD is the location code and XXX marks the main office.
What do I need to send money to an account at Banco Central de Chile?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code BCECCLRDXXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Chile uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.