SWIFT/BIC code BCITITMMCHK
BCITITMMCHK belongs to Intesa Sanpaolo SPA in Assago, Italy.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BCITITMMCHK |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BCITITMM |
| Branch code | CHK |
| Bank | Intesa Sanpaolo SPA |
| Branch | Foreign Cheque Department |
| City | Assago |
| Country | Italy |
The way the Intesa Sanpaolo SPA SWIFT/BIC is structured
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).
- MM Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- CHK 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 uses SWIFT code BCITITMMCHK?
The code BCITITMMCHK belongs to Foreign Cheque Department, a unit of Intesa Sanpaolo SPA in Assago, Italy. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What is the best way to send money to Intesa Sanpaolo SPA?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Euro with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
What do the letters in BCITITMMCHK stand for?
BCIT is the bank code of Intesa Sanpaolo SPA, IT stands for Italy, MM is the code for the city or region and CHK identifies the branch Foreign Cheque Department.
Can I use BCITITMM instead of BCITITMMCHK?
BCITITMM is the main office of Intesa Sanpaolo SPA, while BCITITMMCHK is Foreign Cheque Department. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BCITITMMCHK.
How long does it take to send money to Intesa Sanpaolo SPA in Italy?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need BCITITMMCHK to send euros to Italy?
Italy is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need BCITITMMCHK.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.