SWIFT/BIC code BKBKESMMSAN
BKBKESMMSAN belongs to Bankinter, S.A. in Santander, Spain.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKBKESMMSAN |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKBKESMM |
| Branch code | SAN |
| Bank | Bankinter, S.A. |
| Branch | — |
| City | Santander |
| Country | Spain |
The way 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.
- SAN 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 is behind BIC BKBKESMMSAN?
The code BKBKESMMSAN belongs to Bankinter, S.A., a unit of Bankinter, S.A. in Santander, Spain. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I use BKBKESMMSAN incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check BKBKESMMSAN with the recipient before sending.
Do I need BKBKESMMSAN for a euro transfer to Spain?
Spain belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you still need BKBKESMMSAN.
How long does a transfer to Bankinter, S.A. take in Spain?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
What is the best way to send money to Bankinter, S.A.?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Euro with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What does each part of BKBKESMMSAN mean?
BKBK is the bank code of Bankinter, S.A., ES is the ISO code of Spain, MM is the location code and SAN identifies the branch Bankinter, S.A..
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.