SWIFT/BIC code ESPBESMMAYM
ESPBESMMAYM belongs to Banco de Espana in Madrid, Spain.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ESPBESMMAYM |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ESPBESMM |
| Branch code | AYM |
| Bank | Banco de Espana |
| Branch | Aym |
| City | Madrid |
| Country | Spain |
How the Banco de Espana SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- ESPB Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- ES Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- MM Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- AYM 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 BIC ESPBESMMAYM?
ESPBESMMAYM identifies Aym, part of Banco de Espana in Madrid, Spain. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use ESPBESMM instead of ESPBESMMAYM?
ESPBESMM is the head office of Banco de Espana, while ESPBESMMAYM is Aym. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention ESPBESMMAYM.
How long does it take to send money to Banco de Espana?
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 ESPBESMMAYM to send euros to Spain?
Spain is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you still need ESPBESMMAYM.
Does Banco de Espana have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 56 SWIFT/BIC codes for Banco de Espana in Spain. All of them are listed on the page of Banco de Espana.
What do the letters in ESPBESMMAYM mean?
ESPB is the institution code of Banco de Espana, ES stands for Spain, MM is the location code and AYM identifies the department Aym.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.