Banco BICA SWIFT code is the official international identifier for Banco BICA S.A., a financial institution based in Argentina. The 8-character version is BICAARBS, while the complete 11-character format is BICAARBSXXX. Sometimes it may appear as BICAARBS XXX, but the correct form is always BICAARBSXXX without spaces.
The registered head-office address for this SWIFT code is:
Banco BICA S.A., 25 de Mayo 2446, Santa Fe, Argentina.
A SWIFT/BIC code is structured into four main parts:
- BICA → bank code (Banco BICA)
- AR → country code (Argentina)
- BS → location code (Santa Fe)
- XXX → branch code (head office)
From this structure, BICAARBS identifies Banco BICA in Santa Fe, Argentina. Adding XXX makes it the complete 11-character head-office SWIFT code: BICAARBSXXX.
Quick reference (copy-ready):
- 8-character SWIFT/BIC: BICAARBS
- 11-character SWIFT/BIC: BICAARBSXXX
- Bank: Banco BICA S.A.
- Address: 25 de Mayo 2446, Santa Fe, Argentina
- Usage: International transfers to or from Banco BICA accounts
When to use it
Use the Banco BICA SWIFT code whenever you need to send money internationally to a Banco BICA account or receive funds from abroad.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Writing the SWIFT code with spaces (always use BICAARBSXXX, not “BICAARBS XXX”).
- Confusing Banco BICA with larger national banks in Argentina like BBVA, Santander Río, or Banco Nación.
- Using only the 8-character version when the transfer form requires the full 11-character code.
Step-by-step guide to making a transfer with Banco BICA SWIFT code
- Confirm the recipient’s full account name and Banco BICA account number (CBU/IBAN if applicable).
- Enter the SWIFT code: BICAARBS (8-character) or BICAARBSXXX (11-character).
- Provide the official bank address: 25 de Mayo 2446, Santa Fe, Argentina.
- Select your transfer currency (commonly USD, EUR, or ARS).
- Decide how fees will be covered (sender, recipient, or shared).
- State the purpose of the transfer (e.g., remittance, business, tuition).
- Double-check all details before confirming.
- Save your transfer confirmation and share the reference with the recipient.
Final checklist
✔ Recipient’s account details accurate
✔ Correct SWIFT code entered (BICAARBS or BICAARBSXXX)
✔ Official bank address included if required
✔ Purpose of transfer clearly explained
✔ Fee arrangement agreed
By using the Banco BICA SWIFT code correctly, you ensure that your international transfers are processed securely, efficiently, and without unnecessary delays.
