SWIFT/BIC code BCPCIT21053
BCPCIT21053 belongs to Banca di Piacenza in Busseto, Italy.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BCPCIT21053 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BCPCIT21 |
| Branch code | 053 |
| Bank | Banca di Piacenza |
| Branch | — |
| City | Busseto |
| 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.
- 053 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 BCPCIT21053?
BCPCIT21053 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Banca di Piacenza, a unit of Banca di Piacenza in Busseto, Italy. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
Can I use BCPCIT21 instead of BCPCIT21053?
BCPCIT21 points to the main office of Banca di Piacenza, while BCPCIT21053 is Banca di Piacenza. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use BCPCIT21053 if the recipient asks for it.
What happens if I enter BCPCIT21053 with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check BCPCIT21053 against the details from Banca di Piacenza before you confirm.
How long does it take to send money to Banca di Piacenza?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need BCPCIT21053 for a euro transfer to Italy?
Italy belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need BCPCIT21053.
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. Compare what you receive 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.