SWIFT/BIC code GRLSESBBXXX
GRLSESBBXXX belongs to Grifols S.A. in Barcelona, Spain.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | GRLSESBBXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | GRLSESBB |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Grifols S.A. |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Barcelona |
| Country | Spain |
How the Grifols S.A. SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- GRLS Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- ES Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- BB 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 GRLSESBBXXX?
The code GRLSESBBXXX belongs to the main office of Grifols S.A. in Barcelona, Spain. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Grifols S.A..
Do I need GRLSESBBXXX to send euros to Spain?
Spain belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you do need GRLSESBBXXX.
How long does it take to send money to Grifols S.A. in Spain?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
What happens if I use GRLSESBBXXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check GRLSESBBXXX against the details from Grifols S.A. before sending.
Is GRLSESBB and GRLSESBBXXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. GRLSESBB is the 8-character version of GRLSESBBXXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so both will reach Grifols S.A. in Barcelona.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Grifols S.A. in Spain?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Euro with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.