SWIFT/BIC code ESPBESMMC08
ESPBESMMC08 belongs to Banco de Espana in Madrid, Spain.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ESPBESMMC08 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ESPBESMM |
| Branch code | C08 |
| Bank | Banco de Espana |
| Branch | C08 |
| City | Madrid |
| Country | Spain |
How the Banco de Espana SWIFT/BIC works
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.
- C08 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 SWIFT code ESPBESMMC08?
ESPBESMMC08 identifies C08, a unit of Banco de Espana in Madrid, Spain. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Can I use ESPBESMM instead of ESPBESMMC08?
ESPBESMM points to the main office of Banco de Espana, while ESPBESMMC08 points to C08. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention ESPBESMMC08.
Do I need ESPBESMMC08 to send euros to Spain?
Spain belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you do need ESPBESMMC08.
How long does a transfer to Banco de Espana take in Spain?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What happens if I enter ESPBESMMC08 with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check ESPBESMMC08 against the details from Banco de Espana before sending.
Has Banco de Espana got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 56 SWIFT/BIC codes for Banco de Espana in Spain. You can see them all on the bank page.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.