SWIFT/BIC code BSCHCLR10R4

BSCHCLR10R4 belongs to Banco Santander Chile in Chillan, Chile.

BSCHCLR10R4

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeBSCHCLR10R4
8-character codeBSCHCLR1
Branch code0R4
BankBanco Santander Chile
Branch—
CityChillan
CountryChile

The way the Banco Santander Chile SWIFT/BIC is built up

A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:

BSCH Bank code
4 letters that identify the bank.
CL Country code
2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
R1 Location code
2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
0R4 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 SWIFT code BSCHCLR10R4?

BSCHCLR10R4 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Banco Santander Chile, part of Banco Santander Chile in Chillan, Chile. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

Can I use BSCHCLR1 instead of BSCHCLR10R4?

BSCHCLR1 points to the main office of Banco Santander Chile, while BSCHCLR10R4 points to Banco Santander Chile. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use BSCHCLR10R4 if the recipient asks for it.

What is the best way to send money to Banco Santander Chile in Chile?

Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Chile with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.

What do I need for a transfer to an account at Banco Santander Chile?

You need the SWIFT/BIC code BSCHCLR10R4, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Chile uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.

How long does it take to send money to Banco Santander Chile?

A SWIFT payment usually takes 2–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Specialist transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.

What happens if I use BSCHCLR10R4 with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check BSCHCLR10R4 with the recipient before sending.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.