SWIFT/BIC code ABAMESM1XXX
ABAMESM1XXX belongs to ABN-Amro, S.A. S.v.b. in Madrid, Spain.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ABAMESM1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ABAMESM1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | ABN-Amro, S.A. S.v.b. |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Madrid |
| Country | Spain |
The way the ABN-Amro, S.A. S.v.b. SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- ABAM Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- ES Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- M1 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 bank is behind BIC ABAMESM1XXX?
The code ABAMESM1XXX belongs to the main office of ABN-Amro, S.A. S.v.b. in Madrid, Spain. It is the code to use when a payment to ABN-Amro, S.A. S.v.b. does not need a specific branch.
What is the cheapest way to send money to ABN-Amro, S.A. S.v.b.?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Euro with transfer services before you send.
What happens if I use ABAMESM1XXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check ABAMESM1XXX with the recipient before you confirm.
How long does a transfer to ABN-Amro, S.A. S.v.b. take?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need ABAMESM1XXX to send euros to Spain?
Spain belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need ABAMESM1XXX.
Is ABAMESM1 and ABAMESM1XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. ABAMESM1 is the 8-character version of ABAMESM1XXX. XXX simply means head office, so either version routes your payment to ABN-Amro, S.A. S.v.b. in Madrid.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.