SWIFT/BIC code BRASESB1XXX

BRASESB1XXX belongs to Banco do Brasil SA in Madrid, Spain.

BRASESB1XXX

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeBRASESB1XXX
8-character codeBRASESB1
Branch codeXXX
BankBanco do Brasil SA
BranchHead office
CityMadrid
CountrySpain

The way the Banco do Brasil SA SWIFT/BIC is built up

A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:

BRAS Bank code
4 letters that identify the bank.
ES Country code
2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
B1 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

Which bank is behind BIC BRASESB1XXX?

The code BRASESB1XXX belongs to the main office of Banco do Brasil SA in Madrid, Spain. Use it when you send money to an account at Banco do Brasil SA.

What is the best way to send money to Banco do Brasil SA?

Banks often 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.

What happens if I enter BRASESB1XXX with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check BRASESB1XXX with the recipient before you confirm.

How long does it take to send money to Banco do Brasil SA?

SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

Do I need BRASESB1XXX for a euro transfer to Spain?

Spain is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need BRASESB1XXX.

Is BRASESB1 and BRASESB1XXX the same SWIFT code?

Yes, they are. BRASESB1 is the short version of BRASESB1XXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so both will reach Banco do Brasil SA in Madrid.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.