SWIFT/BIC code ESPBESMMFFA
ESPBESMMFFA belongs to Banco de Espana in Madrid, Spain.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ESPBESMMFFA |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ESPBESMM |
| Branch code | FFA |
| Bank | Banco de Espana |
| Branch | Ffa |
| 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.
- FFA 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 ESPBESMMFFA?
ESPBESMMFFA identifies Ffa, a branch or department 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 ESPBESMMFFA?
ESPBESMM is the head office of Banco de Espana, while ESPBESMMFFA is Ffa. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention ESPBESMMFFA.
How long does a transfer to Banco de Espana take?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need ESPBESMMFFA to send euros to Spain?
Spain belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you do need ESPBESMMFFA.
What is the best way to send money to Banco de Espana?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Euro with transfer services before you send.
Has Banco de Espana got other 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.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.