SWIFT/BIC code BCHICLR10R2
BCHICLR10R2 belongs to Banco de Chile in Vina del Mar, Chile.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BCHICLR10R2 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BCHICLR1 |
| Branch code | 0R2 |
| Bank | Banco de Chile |
| Branch | — |
| City | Vina del Mar |
| Country | Chile |
How the Banco de Chile SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BCHI Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- CL Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- R1 Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- 0R2 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 uses SWIFT code BCHICLR10R2?
BCHICLR10R2 identifies Banco de Chile, part of Banco de Chile in Vina del Mar, Chile. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I use BCHICLR10R2 with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check BCHICLR10R2 with the recipient before sending.
Can I use BCHICLR1 instead of BCHICLR10R2?
BCHICLR1 points to the main office of Banco de Chile, while BCHICLR10R2 is Banco de Chile. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use BCHICLR10R2 if the recipient asks for it.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Banco de Chile in Chile?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Chile with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Has Banco de Chile got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 15 SWIFT/BIC codes for Banco de Chile in Chile, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.
What does each part of BCHICLR10R2 stand for?
BCHI is the bank code of Banco de Chile, CL stands for Chile, R1 is the code for the city or region and 0R2 identifies the department Banco de Chile.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.