SWIFT/BIC code ESPBESMMFRB
ESPBESMMFRB belongs to Banco de Espana in Madrid, Spain.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ESPBESMMFRB |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ESPBESMM |
| Branch code | FRB |
| Bank | Banco de Espana |
| Branch | Frob |
| City | Madrid |
| Country | Spain |
The way 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.
- FRB 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 SWIFT/BIC code ESPBESMMFRB?
ESPBESMMFRB identifies Frob, a unit 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 ESPBESMMFRB?
ESPBESMM points to the head office of Banco de Espana, while ESPBESMMFRB is Frob. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention ESPBESMMFRB.
What is the best way to send money to Banco de Espana in Spain?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Euro with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
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 happens if I enter ESPBESMMFRB incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check ESPBESMMFRB against the details from Banco de Espana before sending.
What does each part of ESPBESMMFRB mean?
ESPB is the bank code of Banco de Espana, ES is the ISO code of Spain, MM is the location code and FRB is the code of the department Frob.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.