SWIFT/BIC code BCHICLR10RC
BCHICLR10RC belongs to Banco de Chile in Concepcion, Chile.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BCHICLR10RC |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BCHICLR1 |
| Branch code | 0RC |
| Bank | Banco de Chile |
| Branch | — |
| City | Concepcion |
| Country | Chile |
The way the Banco de Chile SWIFT/BIC is built up
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.
- 0RC 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code BCHICLR10RC?
The code BCHICLR10RC belongs to Banco de Chile, part of Banco de Chile in Concepcion, 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 in Chile?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Chile with specialist providers before you send.
Can I use BCHICLR1 instead of BCHICLR10RC?
BCHICLR1 is the main office of Banco de Chile, while BCHICLR10RC is Banco de Chile. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use BCHICLR10RC if the recipient asks for it.
What do I need to send money to an account at Banco de Chile?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code BCHICLR10RC, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Chile uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
How long does it take to send money to Banco de Chile?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
What does each part of BCHICLR10RC mean?
BCHI is the institution code of Banco de Chile, CL stands for Chile, R1 is the code for the city or region and 0RC identifies the branch Banco de Chile.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.