SWIFT/BIC code BCPCIT21008
BCPCIT21008 belongs to Banca di Piacenza in Fiorenzuola D'arda, Italy.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BCPCIT21008 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BCPCIT21 |
| Branch code | 008 |
| Bank | Banca di Piacenza |
| Branch | Fiorenzuola Centro |
| City | Fiorenzuola D'arda |
| 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.
- 008 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 is behind SWIFT code BCPCIT21008?
The code BCPCIT21008 belongs to Fiorenzuola Centro, a unit of Banca di Piacenza in Fiorenzuola D'arda, Italy. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the best way to send money to Banca di Piacenza in Italy?
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.
How long does it take to send money to Banca di Piacenza in Italy?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need BCPCIT21008 for a euro transfer to Italy?
Italy belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you do need BCPCIT21008.
What happens if I enter BCPCIT21008 with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check BCPCIT21008 against the details from Banca di Piacenza before you confirm.
What do the letters in BCPCIT21008 mean?
BCPC is the bank code of Banca di Piacenza, IT is the ISO code of Italy, 21 is the code for the city or region and 008 identifies the branch Fiorenzuola Centro.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.