SWIFT/BIC code GABAARBAXXX
GABAARBAXXX belongs to Banco de Galicia y Buenos Aires in Buenos Aires, Argentina.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | GABAARBAXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | GABAARBA |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Banco de Galicia y Buenos Aires |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Buenos Aires |
| Country | Argentina |
The way the Banco de Galicia y Buenos Aires SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- GABA 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 uses SWIFT code GABAARBAXXX?
GABAARBAXXX identifies the headquarters of Banco de Galicia y Buenos Aires in Buenos Aires, Argentina. Use it when a payment to Banco de Galicia y Buenos Aires does not need a specific branch.
How long does a transfer to Banco de Galicia y Buenos Aires take?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 2–5 business days, depending on intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often faster than a bank.
Are GABAARBA and GABAARBAXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. GABAARBA is the short version of GABAARBAXXX. XXX simply means head office, so both routes your payment to Banco de Galicia y Buenos Aires in Buenos Aires.
What does each part of GABAARBAXXX stand for?
GABA is the bank code of Banco de Galicia y Buenos Aires, AR stands for Argentina, BA is the code for the city or region and XXX means the head office.
Which details do I need for a transfer to an account at Banco de Galicia y Buenos Aires?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code GABAARBAXXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Argentina uses international SWIFT transfers, so always include the BIC.
What is the best way to send money to Banco de Galicia y Buenos Aires?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Argentina with specialist providers before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.