SWIFT/BIC code ESPBESMMPLC
ESPBESMMPLC belongs to Banco de Espana in Madrid, Spain.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ESPBESMMPLC |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ESPBESMM |
| Branch code | PLC |
| Bank | Banco de Espana |
| Branch | PLC |
| City | Madrid |
| Country | Spain |
The way 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.
- PLC 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 is behind SWIFT code ESPBESMMPLC?
ESPBESMMPLC is the SWIFT/BIC code of PLC, a unit of Banco de Espana in Madrid, Spain. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What do the letters in ESPBESMMPLC stand for?
ESPB is the bank code of Banco de Espana, ES is the ISO code of Spain, MM is the code for the city or region and PLC is the code of the branch PLC.
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.
What is the best way to send money to Banco de Espana in Spain?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Euro with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
What happens if I enter ESPBESMMPLC incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check ESPBESMMPLC with the recipient before you confirm.
Can I use ESPBESMM instead of ESPBESMMPLC?
ESPBESMM is the main office of Banco de Espana, while ESPBESMMPLC is PLC. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention ESPBESMMPLC.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.