SWIFT/BIC code BCHICLRMIOB
BCHICLRMIOB belongs to Banco de Chile in Santiago, Chile.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BCHICLRMIOB |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BCHICLRM |
| Branch code | IOB |
| Bank | Banco de Chile |
| Branch | Import Other Santiago Branches |
| City | Santiago |
| 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).
- RM Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- IOB 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 SWIFT/BIC code BCHICLRMIOB?
The code BCHICLRMIOB belongs to Import Other Santiago Branches, a branch or department of Banco de Chile in Santiago, Chile. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Can I use BCHICLRM instead of BCHICLRMIOB?
BCHICLRM is the head office of Banco de Chile, while BCHICLRMIOB is Import Other Santiago Branches. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use BCHICLRMIOB if the recipient asks for it.
What is the best way to send money to Banco de Chile?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Chile with transfer services before you send.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Banco de Chile?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code BCHICLRMIOB, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Chile is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
Has Banco de Chile got other 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.
How long does a transfer to Banco de Chile take?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 1–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.