SWIFT/BIC code ESPBESMMTCA
ESPBESMMTCA belongs to Banco de Espana in Madrid, Spain.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | ESPBESMMTCA |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | ESPBESMM |
| Branch code | TCA |
| Bank | Banco de Espana |
| Branch | Tca |
| City | Madrid |
| Country | Spain |
How 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.
- TCA 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/BIC code ESPBESMMTCA?
ESPBESMMTCA identifies Tca, part of Banco de Espana in Madrid, Spain. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What do the letters in ESPBESMMTCA stand for?
ESPB is the institution code of Banco de Espana, ES stands for Spain, MM is the location code and TCA identifies the department Tca.
What is the best way to send money to Banco de Espana in Spain?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Euro with specialist providers before you send.
How long does it take to send money to Banco de Espana?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need ESPBESMMTCA to send euros to Spain?
Spain belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you still need ESPBESMMTCA.
What happens if I use ESPBESMMTCA with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check ESPBESMMTCA 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.