SWIFT/BIC code BCPCIT21004
BCPCIT21004 belongs to Banca di Piacenza in Carpaneto Piacentino, Italy.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BCPCIT21004 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BCPCIT21 |
| Branch code | 004 |
| Bank | Banca di Piacenza |
| Branch | — |
| City | Carpaneto Piacentino |
| Country | Italy |
How the Banca di Piacenza SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BCPC 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.
- 004 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 BCPCIT21004?
The code BCPCIT21004 belongs to Banca di Piacenza, a unit of Banca di Piacenza in Carpaneto Piacentino, Italy. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Banca di Piacenza in Italy?
Banks often 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 happens if I enter BCPCIT21004 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check BCPCIT21004 with the recipient before sending.
Has Banca di Piacenza got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 55 SWIFT/BIC codes for Banca di Piacenza in Italy. All of them are listed on the page of Banca di Piacenza.
How long does it take to send money to Banca di Piacenza?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
What does each part of BCPCIT21004 stand for?
BCPC is the institution code of Banca di Piacenza, IT stands for Italy, 21 is the location code and 004 identifies the department Banca di Piacenza.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.