SWIFT/BIC code PRVBESB1XXX
PRVBESB1XXX belongs to Privat Bank S.A. in Barcelona, Spain.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | PRVBESB1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | PRVBESB1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Privat Bank S.A. |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Barcelona |
| Country | Spain |
The way the Privat Bank S.A. SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- PRVB Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- ES Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- B1 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 bank is behind BIC PRVBESB1XXX?
The code PRVBESB1XXX belongs to the headquarters of Privat Bank S.A. in Barcelona, Spain. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Privat Bank S.A..
Does Privat Bank S.A. use only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, PRVBESB1XXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code we have for Privat Bank S.A. in Spain, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
What happens if I use PRVBESB1XXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check PRVBESB1XXX with the recipient before you confirm.
What do the letters in PRVBESB1XXX stand for?
PRVB is the bank code of Privat Bank S.A., ES stands for Spain, B1 is the code for the city or region and XXX means the head office.
Is PRVBESB1 and PRVBESB1XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. PRVBESB1 is the 8-character version of PRVBESB1XXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so both routes your payment to Privat Bank S.A. in Barcelona.
How long does it take to send money to Privat Bank S.A. in Spain?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.