SWIFT/BIC code CAIXESBB521
CAIXESBB521 belongs to Caixabank, S.A. in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, Spain.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CAIXESBB521 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CAIXESBB |
| Branch code | 521 |
| Bank | Caixabank, S.A. |
| Branch | — |
| City | Las Palmas de Gran Canaria |
| Country | Spain |
The way the Caixabank, S.A. SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- CAIX Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- ES Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- BB Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- 521 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/BIC code CAIXESBB521?
The code CAIXESBB521 belongs to Caixabank, S.A., part of Caixabank, S.A. in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, Spain. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
How long does it take to send money to Caixabank, S.A. in Spain?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need CAIXESBB521 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. For other currencies you still need CAIXESBB521.
What does each part of CAIXESBB521 stand for?
CAIX is the institution code of Caixabank, S.A., ES stands for Spain, BB is the location code and 521 identifies the department Caixabank, S.A..
What is the cheapest way to send money to Caixabank, S.A. in Spain?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Euro with specialist providers before you send.
What happens if I enter CAIXESBB521 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check CAIXESBB521 against the details from Caixabank, S.A. before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.