SWIFT/BIC code BITAITR1241

BITAITR1241 belongs to Banca D'italia in Ferrara, Italy.

BITAITR1241

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeBITAITR1241
8-character codeBITAITR1
Branch code241
BankBanca D'italia
BranchFiliale di Ferrara
CityFerrara
CountryItaly

The way the Banca D'italia SWIFT/BIC is built up

A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:

BITA Bank code
4 letters that identify the bank.
IT Country code
2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
R1 Location code
2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
241 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 BITAITR1241?

BITAITR1241 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Filiale di Ferrara, a unit of Banca D'italia in Ferrara, Italy. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

What is the best way to send money to Banca D'italia?

Many banks add 1–3% 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 D'italia?

Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

Do I need BITAITR1241 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. If you send another currency you do need BITAITR1241.

What happens if I enter BITAITR1241 incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check BITAITR1241 against the details from Banca D'italia before sending.

Can I use BITAITR1 instead of BITAITR1241?

BITAITR1 points to the main office of Banca D'italia, while BITAITR1241 is Filiale di Ferrara. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use BITAITR1241 if the recipient asks for it.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.