SWIFT/BIC code FCEFESM1XXX
FCEFESM1XXX belongs to Fce Bank PLC in Madrid, Spain.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | FCEFESM1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | FCEFESM1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Fce Bank PLC |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Madrid |
| Country | Spain |
The way the Fce Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- FCEF Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- ES Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- M1 Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- XXX 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 institution is behind SWIFT code FCEFESM1XXX?
FCEFESM1XXX identifies the main office of Fce Bank PLC in Madrid, Spain. Use it when you send money to an account at Fce Bank PLC.
How long does it take to send money to Fce Bank PLC in Spain?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need FCEFESM1XXX for a euro transfer to Spain?
Spain belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you still need FCEFESM1XXX.
Is FCEFESM1 and FCEFESM1XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. FCEFESM1 is the short version of FCEFESM1XXX. XXX simply means head office, so either version will reach Fce Bank PLC in Madrid.
What does each part of FCEFESM1XXX mean?
FCEF is the bank code of Fce Bank PLC, ES stands for Spain, M1 is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the head office.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Fce Bank PLC in Spain?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check 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.