SWIFT/BIC code MEFFESBBCRF
MEFFESBBCRF belongs to Bme Clearing in Madrid, Spain.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MEFFESBBCRF |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MEFFESBB |
| Branch code | CRF |
| Bank | Bme Clearing |
| Branch | Bme Clearing S.a.u. - Contado Renta Fija |
| City | Madrid |
| Country | Spain |
The way the Bme Clearing SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- MEFF 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.
- CRF 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 is behind SWIFT/BIC code MEFFESBBCRF?
The code MEFFESBBCRF belongs to Bme Clearing S.a.u. - Contado Renta Fija, a unit of Bme Clearing in Madrid, Spain. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What do the letters in MEFFESBBCRF stand for?
MEFF is the bank code of Bme Clearing, ES stands for Spain, BB is the code for the city or region and CRF is the code of the branch Bme Clearing S.a.u. - Contado Renta Fija.
What is the best way to send money to Bme Clearing in Spain?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Euro with transfer services before you send.
How long does it take to send money to Bme Clearing?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need MEFFESBBCRF to send euros to Spain?
Spain belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need MEFFESBBCRF.
What happens if I use MEFFESBBCRF incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check MEFFESBBCRF with the recipient before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.