Services

Historical Archive

The Banco de España Historical Archive has an extensive collection of documents related to the activities it has undertaken since it was founded as the Banco Nacional de San Carlos.

It was officially opened for researchers in 1982 and it offers a reading room with a seating capacity for 2 people.

It is located in the Banco de España building in Alcalá 48, in Madrid.

Collections

There is a wide variety of documents held in safekeeping, which bear witness to aspects of Banco de España activities and our economic and financial history.

Access to the collections

To gain access to the collection, you must request an appointment, by sending an e-mail to archivobe@bde.es . You should clearly specify the nature and purpose of your research, as well as the start and end dates of the reference documents you wish to consult. You must also present:

• DNI or passport if you are not a Spanish national.
• Two letters of introduction signed by notable persons from the academic or research sector.

Researchers shall have access to documents that are over 40 years old. There may be certain documentation of a nature that requires the presentation of additional supporting documents, specific justification or prior authorisation, in order for access to be granted.