SWIFT/BIC code BPLCESMMXXX
BPLCESMMXXX belongs to Barclays Bank PLC in Madrid, Spain.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BPLCESMMXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BPLCESMM |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Barclays Bank PLC |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Madrid |
| Country | Spain |
How the Barclays Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BPLC 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
What bank uses BIC BPLCESMMXXX?
The code BPLCESMMXXX belongs to the headquarters of Barclays Bank PLC in Madrid, Spain. Use it when a payment to Barclays Bank PLC does not need a specific branch.
What is the best way to send money to Barclays Bank PLC?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Euro with transfer services before you send.
Is BPLCESMM and BPLCESMMXXX the same code?
Yes. BPLCESMM is the short version of BPLCESMMXXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so either version will reach Barclays Bank PLC in Madrid.
How long does a transfer to Barclays Bank PLC take in Spain?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need BPLCESMMXXX for a euro transfer to Spain?
Spain is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need BPLCESMMXXX.
What does each part of BPLCESMMXXX stand for?
BPLC is the institution code of Barclays Bank PLC, ES stands for Spain, MM is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the main office.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.