SWIFT/BIC code BCITITM1885
BCITITM1885 belongs to Intesa Sanpaolo SPA in Besozzo, Italy.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BCITITM1885 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BCITITM1 |
| Branch code | 885 |
| Bank | Intesa Sanpaolo SPA |
| Branch | Via Xxv Aprile 41 |
| City | Besozzo |
| Country | Italy |
How the Intesa Sanpaolo SPA SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BCIT Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- IT Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- M1 Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- 885 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 uses SWIFT code BCITITM1885?
BCITITM1885 identifies Via Xxv Aprile 41, a branch or department of Intesa Sanpaolo SPA in Besozzo, Italy. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What does each part of BCITITM1885 mean?
BCIT is the institution code of Intesa Sanpaolo SPA, IT stands for Italy, M1 is the code for the city or region and 885 identifies the department Via Xxv Aprile 41.
Can I use BCITITM1 instead of BCITITM1885?
BCITITM1 points to the main office of Intesa Sanpaolo SPA, while BCITITM1885 is Via Xxv Aprile 41. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BCITITM1885.
How long does it take to send money to Intesa Sanpaolo SPA?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need BCITITM1885 to send euros 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 BCITITM1885.
What is the best way to send money to Intesa Sanpaolo SPA in Italy?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Euro with transfer services before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.