SWIFT/BIC code AMESESM1XXX
AMESESM1XXX belongs to American Express Company of Spain in Madrid, Spain.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | AMESESM1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | AMESESM1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | American Express Company of Spain |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Madrid |
| Country | Spain |
How the American Express Company of Spain SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- AMES 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 uses SWIFT code AMESESM1XXX?
The code AMESESM1XXX belongs to the head office of American Express Company of Spain in Madrid, Spain. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at American Express Company of Spain.
What happens if I enter AMESESM1XXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check AMESESM1XXX with the recipient before sending.
Do I need AMESESM1XXX to send euros to Spain?
Spain belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you still need AMESESM1XXX.
How long does it take to send money to American Express Company of Spain?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What does each part of AMESESM1XXX mean?
AMES is the institution code of American Express Company of Spain, ES stands for Spain, M1 is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the head office.
Are AMESESM1 and AMESESM1XXX the same code?
Yes, they are. AMESESM1 is the 8-character version of AMESESM1XXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so either version will reach American Express Company of Spain in Madrid.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.