SWIFT/BIC code BKBKESMMPAL
BKBKESMMPAL belongs to Bankinter, S.A. in Palma de Mallorca, Spain.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKBKESMMPAL |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKBKESMM |
| Branch code | PAL |
| Bank | Bankinter, S.A. |
| Branch | — |
| City | Palma de Mallorca |
| 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.
- PAL 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 BKBKESMMPAL?
BKBKESMMPAL identifies Bankinter, S.A., a unit of Bankinter, S.A. in Palma de Mallorca, Spain. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What do the letters in BKBKESMMPAL stand for?
BKBK is the bank code of Bankinter, S.A., ES stands for Spain, MM is the location code and PAL is the code of the branch Bankinter, S.A..
Do I need BKBKESMMPAL to send euros to Spain?
Spain belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you do need BKBKESMMPAL.
How long does it take to send money to Bankinter, S.A. in Spain?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Can I use BKBKESMM instead of BKBKESMMPAL?
BKBKESMM points to the main office of Bankinter, S.A., while BKBKESMMPAL points to Bankinter, S.A.. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BKBKESMMPAL.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Bankinter, 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.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.