SWIFT/BIC code BBVAESMMCMP
BBVAESMMCMP belongs to Banco Bilbao Vizcaya Argentaria S.A. in Madrid, Spain.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BBVAESMMCMP |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BBVAESMM |
| Branch code | CMP |
| Bank | Banco Bilbao Vizcaya Argentaria S.A. |
| Branch | Cliente Multipais |
| City | Madrid |
| Country | Spain |
The way the Banco Bilbao Vizcaya Argentaria S.A. SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BBVA 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.
- CMP 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 branch uses SWIFT code BBVAESMMCMP?
The code BBVAESMMCMP belongs to Cliente Multipais, a branch or department of Banco Bilbao Vizcaya Argentaria S.A. in Madrid, Spain. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What do the letters in BBVAESMMCMP stand for?
BBVA is the institution code of Banco Bilbao Vizcaya Argentaria S.A., ES stands for Spain, MM is the code for the city or region and CMP is the code of the department Cliente Multipais.
What happens if I use BBVAESMMCMP with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check BBVAESMMCMP with the recipient before you confirm.
Do I need BBVAESMMCMP to send euros to Spain?
Spain belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you do need BBVAESMMCMP.
What is the best way to send money to Banco Bilbao Vizcaya Argentaria S.A.?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Euro with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
How long does a transfer to Banco Bilbao Vizcaya Argentaria S.A. take?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.