SWIFT/BIC code AXMSESB1XXX
AXMSESB1XXX belongs to Axa Mediterranean Services in Barcelona, Spain.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | AXMSESB1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | AXMSESB1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Axa Mediterranean Services |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Barcelona |
| Country | Spain |
How the Axa Mediterranean Services SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- AXMS Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- ES Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- B1 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 institution is behind BIC AXMSESB1XXX?
AXMSESB1XXX identifies the headquarters of Axa Mediterranean Services in Barcelona, Spain. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Axa Mediterranean Services.
What happens if I enter AXMSESB1XXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check AXMSESB1XXX with the recipient before you confirm.
Do I need AXMSESB1XXX for a euro transfer to Spain?
Spain is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need AXMSESB1XXX.
How long does a transfer to Axa Mediterranean Services take?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Are AXMSESB1 and AXMSESB1XXX the same code?
Yes, they are. AXMSESB1 is the 8-character version of AXMSESB1XXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so both routes your payment to Axa Mediterranean Services in Barcelona.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Axa Mediterranean Services?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Euro with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.