SWIFT/BIC code ESPBESMMRT6
ESPBESMMRT6 belongs to Banco de Espana in Madrid, Spain.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ESPBESMMRT6 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ESPBESMM |
| Branch code | RT6 |
| Bank | Banco de Espana |
| Branch | Rt6 |
| City | Madrid |
| Country | Spain |
How 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.
- RT6 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 BIC ESPBESMMRT6?
The code ESPBESMMRT6 belongs to Rt6, a branch or department of Banco de Espana in Madrid, Spain. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What does each part of ESPBESMMRT6 mean?
ESPB is the bank code of Banco de Espana, ES is the ISO code of Spain, MM is the location code and RT6 is the code of the branch Rt6.
What happens if I enter ESPBESMMRT6 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check ESPBESMMRT6 against the details from Banco de Espana before you confirm.
What is the cheapest 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 the amount that arrives in Euro with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Can I use ESPBESMM instead of ESPBESMMRT6?
ESPBESMM is the head office of Banco de Espana, while ESPBESMMRT6 is Rt6. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention ESPBESMMRT6.
Do I need ESPBESMMRT6 to send euros to Spain?
Spain is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need ESPBESMMRT6.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.