SWIFT/BIC code BSCHESMMCLS
BSCHESMMCLS belongs to Banco Santander S.A. in Madrid, Spain.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BSCHESMMCLS |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BSCHESMM |
| Branch code | CLS |
| Bank | Banco Santander S.A. |
| Branch | Santander Madrid Cls Control Branch |
| City | Madrid |
| Country | Spain |
The way the Banco Santander S.A. SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BSCH 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.
- CLS 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 BSCHESMMCLS?
The code BSCHESMMCLS belongs to Santander Madrid Cls Control Branch, part of Banco Santander S.A. in Madrid, Spain. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Do I need BSCHESMMCLS for a euro transfer to Spain?
Spain is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you still need BSCHESMMCLS.
How long does a transfer to Banco Santander S.A. take in Spain?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What is the best way to send money to Banco Santander S.A. in Spain?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Euro with transfer services before you send.
What does each part of BSCHESMMCLS mean?
BSCH is the bank code of Banco Santander S.A., ES stands for Spain, MM is the location code and CLS identifies the branch Santander Madrid Cls Control Branch.
What happens if I use BSCHESMMCLS with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check BSCHESMMCLS against the details from Banco Santander S.A. before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.