SWIFT/BIC code ESPBESMMPP3
ESPBESMMPP3 belongs to Banco de Espana in Madrid, Spain.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ESPBESMMPP3 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ESPBESMM |
| Branch code | PP3 |
| Bank | Banco de Espana |
| Branch | Pp3 |
| 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.
- PP3 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 ESPBESMMPP3?
The code ESPBESMMPP3 belongs to Pp3, a unit of Banco de Espana in Madrid, Spain. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
How long does a transfer to Banco de Espana take in Spain?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What do the letters in ESPBESMMPP3 stand for?
ESPB is the institution code of Banco de Espana, ES stands for Spain, MM is the code for the city or region and PP3 is the code of the branch Pp3.
Do I need ESPBESMMPP3 to send euros to Spain?
Spain belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you do need ESPBESMMPP3.
What happens if I use ESPBESMMPP3 with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check ESPBESMMPP3 against the details from Banco de Espana before sending.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Banco de Espana?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Euro with specialist providers before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.