SWIFT/BIC code BAECIT21287
BAECIT21287 belongs to Unipol Banca SPA in Lecce, Italy.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BAECIT21287 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BAECIT21 |
| Branch code | 287 |
| Bank | Unipol Banca SPA |
| Branch | Lecce 287 Branch |
| City | Lecce |
| Country | Italy |
How the Unipol Banca SPA SWIFT/BIC works
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.
- 287 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 is behind SWIFT/BIC code BAECIT21287?
The code BAECIT21287 belongs to Lecce 287 Branch, a unit of Unipol Banca SPA in Lecce, Italy. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I use BAECIT21287 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check BAECIT21287 against the details from Unipol Banca SPA before sending.
Can I use BAECIT21 instead of BAECIT21287?
BAECIT21 is the head office of Unipol Banca SPA, while BAECIT21287 is Lecce 287 Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use BAECIT21287 if the recipient asks for it.
Do I need BAECIT21287 for a euro transfer to Italy?
Italy is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need BAECIT21287.
What do the letters in BAECIT21287 stand for?
BAEC is the bank code of Unipol Banca SPA, IT stands for Italy, 21 is the code for the city or region and 287 identifies the branch Lecce 287 Branch.
How long does it take to send money to Unipol Banca SPA in Italy?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.