SWIFT/BIC code CAIXESBB609
CAIXESBB609 belongs to Caixabank, S.A. in Bilbao, Spain.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CAIXESBB609 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CAIXESBB |
| Branch code | 609 |
| Bank | Caixabank, S.A. |
| Branch | — |
| City | Bilbao |
| Country | Spain |
The way the Caixabank, S.A. SWIFT/BIC works
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.
- 609 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 SWIFT code CAIXESBB609?
CAIXESBB609 identifies Caixabank, S.A., a unit of Caixabank, S.A. in Bilbao, Spain. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I enter CAIXESBB609 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check CAIXESBB609 against the details from Caixabank, S.A. before you confirm.
What do the letters in CAIXESBB609 stand for?
CAIX is the institution code of Caixabank, S.A., ES is the ISO code of Spain, BB is the location code and 609 is the code of the department Caixabank, S.A..
What is the cheapest way to send money to Caixabank, S.A. in Spain?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Euro with transfer services before you send.
Has Caixabank, S.A. got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 15 SWIFT/BIC codes for Caixabank, S.A. in Spain, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of Caixabank, S.A..
How long does it take to send money to Caixabank, S.A.?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.