SWIFT/BIC code BIGSIT21XXX
BIGSIT21XXX belongs to Bipitalia Gestioni Sgr S.P.A. in Lodi, Italy.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BIGSIT21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BIGSIT21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Bipitalia Gestioni Sgr S.P.A. |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Lodi |
| Country | Italy |
How the Bipitalia Gestioni Sgr S.P.A. SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BIGS 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.
- XXX 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 BIC BIGSIT21XXX?
BIGSIT21XXX identifies the main office of Bipitalia Gestioni Sgr S.P.A. in Lodi, Italy. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Bipitalia Gestioni Sgr S.P.A..
Is BIGSIT21 and BIGSIT21XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes. BIGSIT21 is the short version of BIGSIT21XXX. XXX simply means head office, so both routes your payment to Bipitalia Gestioni Sgr S.P.A. in Lodi.
How long does a transfer to Bipitalia Gestioni Sgr S.P.A. take in Italy?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need BIGSIT21XXX to send euros to Italy?
Italy is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need BIGSIT21XXX.
What does each part of BIGSIT21XXX stand for?
BIGS is the bank code of Bipitalia Gestioni Sgr S.P.A., IT stands for Italy, 21 is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the main office.
What is the best way to send money to Bipitalia Gestioni Sgr S.P.A. in Italy?
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.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.