SWIFT/BIC code BCHICLR10R5
BCHICLR10R5 belongs to Banco de Chile in Antofagasta, Chile.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BCHICLR10R5 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BCHICLR1 |
| Branch code | 0R5 |
| Bank | Banco de Chile |
| Branch | — |
| City | Antofagasta |
| Country | Chile |
The way 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.
- 0R5 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 BIC BCHICLR10R5?
BCHICLR10R5 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Banco de Chile, a unit of Banco de Chile in Antofagasta, Chile. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Banco de Chile?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Chile with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What does each part of BCHICLR10R5 mean?
BCHI is the bank code of Banco de Chile, CL is the ISO code of Chile, R1 is the location code and 0R5 identifies the branch Banco de Chile.
What happens if I use BCHICLR10R5 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check BCHICLR10R5 with the recipient before you confirm.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Banco de Chile?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code BCHICLR10R5, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Chile uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
Can I use BCHICLR1 instead of BCHICLR10R5?
BCHICLR1 is the main office of Banco de Chile, while BCHICLR10R5 is Banco de Chile. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use BCHICLR10R5 if the recipient asks for it.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.