SWIFT/BIC code BICAARBSXXX
BICAARBSXXX belongs to Banco Bica S.A. in Santa Fe, Argentina.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BICAARBSXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BICAARBS |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Banco Bica S.A. |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Santa Fe |
| Country | Argentina |
The way the Banco Bica S.A. SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BICA Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- AR Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- BS 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
Which institution uses SWIFT code BICAARBSXXX?
BICAARBSXXX identifies the head office of Banco Bica S.A. in Santa Fe, Argentina. It is the code to use when a payment to Banco Bica S.A. does not need a specific branch.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Banco Bica S.A.?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code BICAARBSXXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Argentina is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
What does each part of BICAARBSXXX stand for?
BICA is the bank code of Banco Bica S.A., AR stands for Argentina, BS is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the head office.
How long does a transfer to Banco Bica S.A. take?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Banco Bica S.A. in Argentina?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Argentina with specialist providers before you send.
Does Banco Bica S.A. have only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – BICAARBSXXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code listed for Banco Bica S.A. in Argentina, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.