SWIFT/BIC code BITAITR1512
BITAITR1512 belongs to Banca D'italia in Catania, Italy.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BITAITR1512 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BITAITR1 |
| Branch code | 512 |
| Bank | Banca D'italia |
| Branch | Filiale di Catania |
| City | Catania |
| Country | Italy |
The way the Banca D'italia SWIFT/BIC is structured
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.
- 512 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 BIC BITAITR1512?
BITAITR1512 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Filiale di Catania, a unit of Banca D'italia in Catania, Italy. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What is the best way to send money to Banca D'italia in Italy?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Euro with specialist providers before you send.
Does Banca D'italia have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 144 SWIFT/BIC codes for Banca D'italia in Italy, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of Banca D'italia.
What happens if I use BITAITR1512 with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check BITAITR1512 with the recipient before sending.
Can I use BITAITR1 instead of BITAITR1512?
BITAITR1 is the head office of Banca D'italia, while BITAITR1512 is Filiale di Catania. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BITAITR1512.
How long does a transfer to Banca D'italia take?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.