SEPA in Openbank
Working with Openbank (BIC OPENESMM, AEB code 0073)? Below is everything you need to upload your SEPA file and have it processed without friction.
TL;DR
- BIC:
OPENESMM - AEB code:
0073 - SCT cut-off: 14:30
- Formats: SEPA XML pain.001/pain.008, Norma 19, Norma 34
- Upload path: Openbank Business → Payments → Bulk upload → attach file.
Quirks
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Step-by-step upload
- Generate your SEPA XML in GenerateSEPA or export from your ERP.
- Validate the batch with our SEPA XML Validator.
- Sign in to online banking: Openbank Business → Payments → Bulk upload → attach file.
- Confirm signing (second factor if needed).
- Download the receipt.
Spotting a Openbank IBAN
Any Spanish IBAN starting with ES#0073 belongs to Openbank. Confirm via Bank from IBAN.
Common errors
- Uploading a non-supported file type (check ‘Formats’ above).
- Missing the 14:30 cut-off (operation rolls to D+1).
- Out-of-date mandate after debtor changes.
Conclusion
Openbank accepts SEPA XML seamlessly. Follow the steps above and always validate before submitting.
