SWIFT/BIC code BAECIT21001

BAECIT21001 belongs to Unipol Banca SPA in Bologna, Italy.

BAECIT21001

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeBAECIT21001
8-character codeBAECIT21
Branch code001
BankUnipol Banca SPA
Branch—
CityBologna
CountryItaly

The way the Unipol Banca SPA SWIFT/BIC is built up

A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:

BAEC Bank code
4 letters that identify the bank.
IT Country code
2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
21 Location code
2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
001 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 branch uses BIC BAECIT21001?

BAECIT21001 identifies Unipol Banca SPA, a unit of Unipol Banca SPA in Bologna, Italy. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

Do I need BAECIT21001 for a euro transfer to Italy?

Italy is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you still need BAECIT21001.

How long does a transfer to Unipol Banca SPA take in Italy?

SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

What happens if I use BAECIT21001 with a typo?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check BAECIT21001 with the recipient before sending.

What is the cheapest way to send money to Unipol Banca SPA?

Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Euro with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.

Can I use BAECIT21 instead of BAECIT21001?

BAECIT21 points to the head office of Unipol Banca SPA, while BAECIT21001 is Unipol Banca SPA. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BAECIT21001.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.