SWIFT/BIC code BCHICLR10R4
BCHICLR10R4 belongs to Banco de Chile in Iquique, Chile.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BCHICLR10R4 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BCHICLR1 |
| Branch code | 0R4 |
| Bank | Banco de Chile |
| Branch | — |
| City | Iquique |
| 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.
- 0R4 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 BCHICLR10R4?
BCHICLR10R4 identifies Banco de Chile, part of Banco de Chile in Iquique, Chile. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What do I need to send money to an account at Banco de Chile?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code BCHICLR10R4, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Chile is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
Can I use BCHICLR1 instead of BCHICLR10R4?
BCHICLR1 points to the main office of Banco de Chile, while BCHICLR10R4 is Banco de Chile. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use BCHICLR10R4 if the recipient asks for it.
How long does a transfer to Banco de Chile take in Chile?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 2–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
Does Banco de Chile have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 15 SWIFT/BIC codes for Banco de Chile in Chile. You can see them all on the bank page.
What happens if I enter BCHICLR10R4 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check BCHICLR10R4 with the recipient before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.