SWIFT/BIC code BAECIT21208
BAECIT21208 belongs to Unipol Banca SPA in Catania, Italy.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BAECIT21208 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BAECIT21 |
| Branch code | 208 |
| Bank | Unipol Banca SPA |
| Branch | Catania 208 Branch |
| City | Catania |
| Country | Italy |
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.
- 208 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 SWIFT code BAECIT21208?
BAECIT21208 identifies Catania 208 Branch, part of Unipol Banca SPA in Catania, Italy. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
How long does it take to send money to Unipol Banca SPA?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need BAECIT21208 for a euro transfer to Italy?
Italy belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you still need BAECIT21208.
Can I use BAECIT21 instead of BAECIT21208?
BAECIT21 points to the main office of Unipol Banca SPA, while BAECIT21208 points to Catania 208 Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BAECIT21208.
Does Unipol Banca SPA have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 279 SWIFT/BIC codes for Unipol Banca SPA in Italy. You can see them all on the bank page.
What is the best way to send money to Unipol Banca SPA?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Euro with specialist providers before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.