SWIFT/BIC code BCPCIT21044
BCPCIT21044 belongs to Banca di Piacenza in Caorso, Italy.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BCPCIT21044 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BCPCIT21 |
| Branch code | 044 |
| Bank | Banca di Piacenza |
| Branch | — |
| City | Caorso |
| Country | Italy |
The way 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.
- 044 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 BCPCIT21044?
The code BCPCIT21044 belongs to Banca di Piacenza, a branch or department of Banca di Piacenza in Caorso, Italy. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Banca di Piacenza?
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 – the difference can be large.
Can I use BCPCIT21 instead of BCPCIT21044?
BCPCIT21 points to the main office of Banca di Piacenza, while BCPCIT21044 points to Banca di Piacenza. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use BCPCIT21044 if the recipient asks for it.
Does Banca di Piacenza have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 55 SWIFT/BIC codes for Banca di Piacenza in Italy, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.
What happens if I use BCPCIT21044 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check BCPCIT21044 with the recipient before you confirm.
What do the letters in BCPCIT21044 stand for?
BCPC is the bank code of Banca di Piacenza, IT stands for Italy, 21 is the code for the city or region and 044 identifies the branch Banca di Piacenza.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.