SWIFT/BIC code CGDIES21XXX
CGDIES21XXX belongs to Caixa Geral de Depositos-Sucursal En Espana in Madrid, Spain.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CGDIES21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CGDIES21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Caixa Geral de Depositos-Sucursal En Espana |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Madrid |
| Country | Spain |
How the Caixa Geral de Depositos-Sucursal En Espana SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- CGDI Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- ES Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 21 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 SWIFT/BIC code CGDIES21XXX?
The code CGDIES21XXX belongs to the head office of Caixa Geral de Depositos-Sucursal En Espana in Madrid, Spain. Use it when a payment to Caixa Geral de Depositos-Sucursal En Espana does not need a specific branch.
What is the best way to send money to Caixa Geral de Depositos-Sucursal En Espana in Spain?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Euro with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What happens if I use CGDIES21XXX incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check CGDIES21XXX against the details from Caixa Geral de Depositos-Sucursal En Espana before you confirm.
Do I need CGDIES21XXX for a euro transfer to Spain?
Spain is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need CGDIES21XXX.
How long does a transfer to Caixa Geral de Depositos-Sucursal En Espana take in Spain?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Is CGDIES21 and CGDIES21XXX the same code?
Yes, they are. CGDIES21 is the short version of CGDIES21XXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so both will reach Caixa Geral de Depositos-Sucursal En Espana in Madrid.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.