SWIFT/BIC code XMCEESB1XXX
XMCEESB1XXX belongs to Mercato Continuo Espanol in Barcelona, Spain.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | XMCEESB1XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | XMCEESB1 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Mercato Continuo Espanol |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Barcelona |
| Country | Spain |
The way the Mercato Continuo Espanol SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- XMCE 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 institution is behind SWIFT/BIC code XMCEESB1XXX?
XMCEESB1XXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the main office of Mercato Continuo Espanol in Barcelona, Spain. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Mercato Continuo Espanol.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Mercato Continuo Espanol in Spain?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Euro with specialist providers before you send.
What do the letters in XMCEESB1XXX stand for?
XMCE is the institution code of Mercato Continuo Espanol, ES is the ISO code of Spain, B1 is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the head office.
Are XMCEESB1 and XMCEESB1XXX the same code?
Yes. XMCEESB1 is the short version of XMCEESB1XXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so either version will reach Mercato Continuo Espanol in Barcelona.
How long does a transfer to Mercato Continuo Espanol take in Spain?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need XMCEESB1XXX for a euro transfer to Spain?
Spain is part of 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 XMCEESB1XXX.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.