SWIFT/BIC code BITAITR1246
BITAITR1246 belongs to Banca D'italia in Ravenna, Italy.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BITAITR1246 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BITAITR1 |
| Branch code | 246 |
| Bank | Banca D'italia |
| Branch | Filiale di Ravenna |
| City | Ravenna |
| Country | Italy |
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.
- 246 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 BITAITR1246?
BITAITR1246 identifies Filiale di Ravenna, a unit of Banca D'italia in Ravenna, Italy. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I use BITAITR1246 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check BITAITR1246 with the recipient before sending.
Can I use BITAITR1 instead of BITAITR1246?
BITAITR1 is the main office of Banca D'italia, while BITAITR1246 points to Filiale di Ravenna. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use BITAITR1246 if the recipient asks for it.
What is the best way to send money to Banca D'italia?
Banks often 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.
Do I need BITAITR1246 for a euro transfer to Italy?
Italy is part of 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 still need BITAITR1246.
How long does it take to send money to Banca D'italia?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.