SWIFT/BIC code BSCHARBAXXX
BSCHARBAXXX belongs to Banco Santander Rio S.A. in Buenos Aires, Argentina.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BSCHARBAXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BSCHARBA |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Banco Santander Rio S.A. |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Buenos Aires |
| Country | Argentina |
How the Banco Santander Rio S.A. SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BSCH 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 BIC BSCHARBAXXX?
The code BSCHARBAXXX belongs to the main office of Banco Santander Rio S.A. in Buenos Aires, Argentina. Use it when you send money to an account at Banco Santander Rio S.A..
Is BSCHARBA and BSCHARBAXXX the same code?
Yes. BSCHARBA is the short version of BSCHARBAXXX. XXX simply means head office, so both routes your payment to Banco Santander Rio S.A. in Buenos Aires.
What is the best way to send money to Banco Santander Rio S.A. in Argentina?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Argentina with transfer services before you send.
What does each part of BSCHARBAXXX mean?
BSCH is the bank code of Banco Santander Rio S.A., AR is the ISO code of Argentina, BA is the location code and XXX means the head office.
What do I need to send money to an account at Banco Santander Rio S.A.?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code BSCHARBAXXX, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Argentina is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
What happens if I use BSCHARBAXXX incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check BSCHARBAXXX against the details from Banco Santander Rio S.A. before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.