SWIFT/BIC code BCABIT21163

BCABIT21163 belongs to Ubi Banca SPA (Formerly Banco di Brescia SPA) in Milano, Italy.

BCABIT21163

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeBCABIT21163
8-character codeBCABIT21
Branch code163
BankUbi Banca SPA (Formerly Banco di Brescia SPA)
BranchMilano 11
CityMilano
CountryItaly

The way the Ubi Banca SPA (Formerly Banco di Brescia SPA) SWIFT/BIC is built up

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

BCAB 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.
163 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

What bank is behind SWIFT code BCABIT21163?

BCABIT21163 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Milano 11, a unit of Ubi Banca SPA (Formerly Banco di Brescia SPA) in Milano, Italy. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What happens if I use BCABIT21163 incorrectly?

The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check BCABIT21163 with the recipient before sending.

What is the best way to send money to Ubi Banca SPA (Formerly Banco di Brescia SPA)?

Many banks 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.

What do the letters in BCABIT21163 stand for?

BCAB is the bank code of Ubi Banca SPA (Formerly Banco di Brescia SPA), IT stands for Italy, 21 is the code for the city or region and 163 identifies the branch Milano 11.

Can I use BCABIT21 instead of BCABIT21163?

BCABIT21 points to the head office of Ubi Banca SPA (Formerly Banco di Brescia SPA), while BCABIT21163 is Milano 11. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BCABIT21163.

Do I need BCABIT21163 to send euros to Italy?

Italy belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you do need BCABIT21163.

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