SWIFT/BIC code BLICCLRMXXX
BLICCLRMXXX belongs to HSBC Bank (Chile) in Santiago, Chile.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BLICCLRMXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BLICCLRM |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | HSBC Bank (Chile) |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Santiago |
| Country | Chile |
The way the HSBC Bank (Chile) SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BLIC 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.
- 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 code BLICCLRMXXX?
The code BLICCLRMXXX belongs to the head office of HSBC Bank (Chile) in Santiago, Chile. Use it when a payment to HSBC Bank (Chile) does not need a specific branch.
Are BLICCLRM and BLICCLRMXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. BLICCLRM is the 8-character version of BLICCLRMXXX. XXX simply means head office, so either version routes your payment to HSBC Bank (Chile) in Santiago.
What happens if I use BLICCLRMXXX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check BLICCLRMXXX against the details from HSBC Bank (Chile) before sending.
Does HSBC Bank (Chile) use only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – BLICCLRMXXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code listed for HSBC Bank (Chile) in Chile, so there is no branch code to choose.
What is the cheapest way to send money to HSBC Bank (Chile) in Chile?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Chile with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
What does each part of BLICCLRMXXX mean?
BLIC is the institution code of HSBC Bank (Chile), CL stands for Chile, RM is the location code and XXX marks the main office.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.