SWIFT/BIC code BCRAARBAXXX
BCRAARBAXXX belongs to Banco Central de la Republica Argentina in Buenos Aires, Argentina.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BCRAARBAXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BCRAARBA |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Banco Central de la Republica Argentina |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Buenos Aires |
| Country | Argentina |
The way the Banco Central de la Republica Argentina SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BCRA Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- AR Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- BA Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- XXX 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 BCRAARBAXXX?
BCRAARBAXXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the head office of Banco Central de la Republica Argentina in Buenos Aires, Argentina. Use it when a payment to Banco Central de la Republica Argentina does not need a specific branch.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Banco Central de la Republica Argentina?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code BCRAARBAXXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Argentina uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
What do the letters in BCRAARBAXXX mean?
BCRA is the institution code of Banco Central de la Republica Argentina, AR stands for Argentina, BA is the location code and XXX means the head office.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Banco Central de la Republica Argentina?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Argentina with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
How long does it take to send money to Banco Central de la Republica Argentina?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 1–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often faster and cheaper.
Does Banco Central de la Republica Argentina have only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – BCRAARBAXXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code we have for Banco Central de la Republica Argentina in Argentina, so there is no branch code to choose.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.