SWIFT/BIC code ESPBESMMIVP
ESPBESMMIVP belongs to Banco de Espana in Madrid, Spain.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ESPBESMMIVP |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ESPBESMM |
| Branch code | IVP |
| Bank | Banco de Espana |
| Branch | Ivp |
| 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.
- IVP 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
What bank uses SWIFT code ESPBESMMIVP?
The code ESPBESMMIVP belongs to Ivp, a unit of Banco de Espana in Madrid, Spain. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What does each part of ESPBESMMIVP mean?
ESPB is the bank code of Banco de Espana, ES is the ISO code of Spain, MM is the location code and IVP identifies the department Ivp.
How long does it take to send money to Banco de Espana?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need ESPBESMMIVP to send euros to Spain?
Spain belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need ESPBESMMIVP.
Does Banco de Espana have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 56 SWIFT/BIC codes for Banco de Espana in Spain. All of them are listed on the page of Banco de Espana.
What happens if I use ESPBESMMIVP with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check ESPBESMMIVP against the details from Banco de Espana before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.