SWIFT/BIC code BAPPIT21E88
BAPPIT21E88 belongs to Banco Bpm SPA in Novara, Italy.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BAPPIT21E88 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BAPPIT21 |
| Branch code | E88 |
| Bank | Banco Bpm SPA |
| Branch | Novara AG. 5 |
| City | Novara |
| Country | Italy |
How the Banco Bpm SPA SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BAPP 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.
- E88 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/BIC code BAPPIT21E88?
BAPPIT21E88 identifies Novara AG. 5, a branch or department of Banco Bpm SPA in Novara, Italy. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use BAPPIT21 instead of BAPPIT21E88?
BAPPIT21 is the main office of Banco Bpm SPA, while BAPPIT21E88 points to Novara AG. 5. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BAPPIT21E88.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Banco Bpm SPA?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Euro with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Do I need BAPPIT21E88 for a euro transfer to Italy?
Italy is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need BAPPIT21E88.
What happens if I enter BAPPIT21E88 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check BAPPIT21E88 with the recipient before you confirm.
How long does a transfer to Banco Bpm SPA take in Italy?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one 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.