SWIFT/BIC code ESPBESMMFGE
ESPBESMMFGE belongs to Banco de Espana in Madrid, Spain.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ESPBESMMFGE |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ESPBESMM |
| Branch code | FGE |
| Bank | Banco de Espana |
| Branch | Fge |
| City | Madrid |
| Country | Spain |
How 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.
- FGE 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 is behind SWIFT code ESPBESMMFGE?
ESPBESMMFGE identifies Fge, a branch or department of Banco de Espana in Madrid, Spain. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I use ESPBESMMFGE with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check ESPBESMMFGE against the details from Banco de Espana before sending.
Can I use ESPBESMM instead of ESPBESMMFGE?
ESPBESMM is the main office of Banco de Espana, while ESPBESMMFGE points to Fge. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use ESPBESMMFGE if the recipient asks for it.
Do I need ESPBESMMFGE to send euros to Spain?
Spain is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need ESPBESMMFGE.
How long does it take to send money to Banco de Espana in Spain?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Has Banco de Espana got 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.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.