SWIFT/BIC code CTCAES21XXX
CTCAES21XXX belongs to Gobierno de Cantabria in Santander, Spain.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CTCAES21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CTCAES21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Gobierno de Cantabria |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Santander |
| Country | Spain |
The way the Gobierno de Cantabria SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- CTCA 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 institution uses SWIFT/BIC code CTCAES21XXX?
CTCAES21XXX identifies the headquarters of Gobierno de Cantabria in Santander, Spain. Use it when a payment to Gobierno de Cantabria does not need a specific branch.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Gobierno de Cantabria?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Euro with specialist providers before you send.
Does Gobierno de Cantabria use only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – CTCAES21XXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code we have for Gobierno de Cantabria in Spain, so there is no branch code to choose.
How long does it take to send money to Gobierno de Cantabria?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need CTCAES21XXX for a euro transfer to Spain?
Spain belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you do need CTCAES21XXX.
Are CTCAES21 and CTCAES21XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. CTCAES21 is the short version of CTCAES21XXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so either version routes your payment to Gobierno de Cantabria in Santander.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.