SWIFT/BIC code ESPBESMMC11
ESPBESMMC11 belongs to Banco de Espana in Madrid, Spain.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ESPBESMMC11 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ESPBESMM |
| Branch code | C11 |
| Bank | Banco de Espana |
| Branch | C11 |
| City | Madrid |
| Country | Spain |
The way the Banco de Espana SWIFT/BIC is structured
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.
- C11 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 ESPBESMMC11?
ESPBESMMC11 identifies C11, a branch or department of Banco de Espana in Madrid, Spain. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I enter ESPBESMMC11 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check ESPBESMMC11 against the details from Banco de Espana before sending.
Do I need ESPBESMMC11 to send euros to Spain?
Spain belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need ESPBESMMC11.
How long does a transfer to Banco de Espana take?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Does Banco de Espana have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 56 SWIFT/BIC codes for Banco de Espana in Spain, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.
What is the best way to send money to Banco de Espana?
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.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.