SWIFT/BIC code CAIXESBBMAD

CAIXESBBMAD belongs to Caixabank, S.A. in Madrid, Spain.

CAIXESBBMAD

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeCAIXESBBMAD
8-character codeCAIXESBB
Branch codeMAD
BankCaixabank, S.A.
BranchMadrid Territorial
CityMadrid
CountrySpain

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.
MAD 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 uses BIC CAIXESBBMAD?

CAIXESBBMAD identifies Madrid Territorial, a unit of Caixabank, S.A. in Madrid, Spain. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

What does each part of CAIXESBBMAD mean?

CAIX is the bank code of Caixabank, S.A., ES is the ISO code of Spain, BB is the location code and MAD is the code of the department Madrid Territorial.

What happens if I enter CAIXESBBMAD incorrectly?

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

Can I use CAIXESBB instead of CAIXESBBMAD?

CAIXESBB points to the head office of Caixabank, S.A., while CAIXESBBMAD is Madrid Territorial. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention CAIXESBBMAD.

What is the cheapest way to send money to Caixabank, S.A. in Spain?

Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Euro with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.

How long does a transfer to Caixabank, S.A. take in Spain?

Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. 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.