SWIFT/BIC code PAONCLR1XXX
PAONCLR1XXX belongs to Pacific Overseas International Bank Limited in Santiago, Chile.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | PAONCLR1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | PAONCLR1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Pacific Overseas International Bank Limited |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Santiago |
| Country | Chile |
The way the Pacific Overseas International Bank Limited SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- PAON 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.
- 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/BIC code PAONCLR1XXX?
PAONCLR1XXX identifies the head office of Pacific Overseas International Bank Limited in Santiago, Chile. Use it when a payment to Pacific Overseas International Bank Limited does not need a specific branch.
Are PAONCLR1 and PAONCLR1XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. PAONCLR1 is the short version of PAONCLR1XXX. XXX simply means head office, so either version routes your payment to Pacific Overseas International Bank Limited in Santiago.
What happens if I use PAONCLR1XXX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check PAONCLR1XXX with the recipient before you confirm.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Pacific Overseas International Bank Limited in Chile?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Chile with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
What do I need for a transfer to an account at Pacific Overseas International Bank Limited?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code PAONCLR1XXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Chile is not part of SEPA, so the BIC is required.
What does each part of PAONCLR1XXX mean?
PAON is the bank code of Pacific Overseas International Bank Limited, CL is the ISO code of Chile, R1 is the location code and XXX marks the head office.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.