SWIFT/BIC code BARCESMMXXX
BARCESMMXXX belongs to Caixabank S.A. (Formerly Barclays Bank S.a.u.) in Barcelona, Spain.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BARCESMMXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BARCESMM |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Caixabank S.A. (Formerly Barclays Bank S.a.u.) |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Barcelona |
| Country | Spain |
The way the Caixabank S.A. (Formerly Barclays Bank S.a.u.) SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BARC Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- ES Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- MM 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/BIC code BARCESMMXXX?
BARCESMMXXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the headquarters of Caixabank S.A. (Formerly Barclays Bank S.a.u.) in Barcelona, Spain. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Caixabank S.A. (Formerly Barclays Bank S.a.u.).
What happens if I enter BARCESMMXXX with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check BARCESMMXXX against the details from Caixabank S.A. (Formerly Barclays Bank S.a.u.) before you confirm.
Is BARCESMM and BARCESMMXXX the same code?
Yes, they are. BARCESMM is the short version of BARCESMMXXX. XXX simply means head office, so either version routes your payment to Caixabank S.A. (Formerly Barclays Bank S.a.u.) in Barcelona.
What do the letters in BARCESMMXXX mean?
BARC is the bank code of Caixabank S.A. (Formerly Barclays Bank S.a.u.), ES stands for Spain, MM is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the main office.
Do I need BARCESMMXXX for a euro transfer to Spain?
Spain is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you still need BARCESMMXXX.
What is the best way to send money to Caixabank S.A. (Formerly Barclays Bank S.a.u.) in Spain?
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 – 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.