SWIFT/BIC code BKSACLRM055
BKSACLRM055 belongs to Scotiabank Chile in Santiago, Chile.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKSACLRM055 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKSACLRM |
| Branch code | 055 |
| Bank | Scotiabank Chile |
| Branch | — |
| City | Santiago |
| Country | Chile |
How the Scotiabank Chile SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BKSA 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.
- 055 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 BIC BKSACLRM055?
The code BKSACLRM055 belongs to Scotiabank Chile, part of Scotiabank Chile in Santiago, Chile. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What does each part of BKSACLRM055 stand for?
BKSA is the institution code of Scotiabank Chile, CL is the ISO code of Chile, RM is the location code and 055 is the code of the branch Scotiabank Chile.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Scotiabank Chile?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Chile with specialist providers before you send.
How long does a transfer to Scotiabank Chile take?
A SWIFT payment usually takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often quicker than a bank.
Can I use BKSACLRM instead of BKSACLRM055?
BKSACLRM points to the main office of Scotiabank Chile, while BKSACLRM055 points to Scotiabank Chile. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use BKSACLRM055 if the recipient asks for it.
What happens if I use BKSACLRM055 with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check BKSACLRM055 against the details from Scotiabank Chile before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.