SWIFT/BIC code BSCHCLRMXXX
BSCHCLRMXXX belongs to Banco Santander Chile in Santiago, Chile.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BSCHCLRMXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BSCHCLRM |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Banco Santander Chile |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Santiago |
| Country | Chile |
The way the Banco Santander Chile 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.
- 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
Which institution uses BIC BSCHCLRMXXX?
The code BSCHCLRMXXX belongs to the head office of Banco Santander Chile in Santiago, Chile. It is the code to use when a payment to Banco Santander Chile does not need a specific branch.
What happens if I use BSCHCLRMXXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check BSCHCLRMXXX with the recipient before you confirm.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Banco Santander Chile?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Chile with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
How long does it take to send money to Banco Santander Chile?
A SWIFT payment typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on correspondent banks and time zones. Specialist transfer services are often faster than a bank.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Banco Santander Chile?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code BSCHCLRMXXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Chile uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
What do the letters in BSCHCLRMXXX mean?
BSCH is the bank code of Banco Santander Chile, CL is the ISO code of Chile, RM is the location code and XXX means the main office.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.