SWIFT/BIC code BKBKESMMBAR
BKBKESMMBAR belongs to Bankinter, S.A. in Barcelona, Spain.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKBKESMMBAR |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKBKESMM |
| Branch code | BAR |
| Bank | Bankinter, S.A. |
| Branch | — |
| City | Barcelona |
| Country | Spain |
How the Bankinter, S.A. SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BKBK 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.
- BAR 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 is behind BIC BKBKESMMBAR?
BKBKESMMBAR is the SWIFT/BIC code of Bankinter, S.A., a unit of Bankinter, S.A. in Barcelona, Spain. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I use BKBKESMMBAR incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check BKBKESMMBAR with the recipient before sending.
Has Bankinter, S.A. got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 18 SWIFT/BIC codes for Bankinter, S.A. in Spain, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.
What do the letters in BKBKESMMBAR stand for?
BKBK is the institution code of Bankinter, S.A., ES stands for Spain, MM is the location code and BAR identifies the branch Bankinter, S.A..
What is the cheapest way to send money to Bankinter, S.A. in Spain?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Euro with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Do I need BKBKESMMBAR to send euros 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 BKBKESMMBAR.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.