SWIFT/BIC code BPAAIT2B051
BPAAIT2B051 belongs to Banca Popolare Dell'alto Adige/Suedtiroler Volksbank in Bolzano, Italy.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BPAAIT2B051 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BPAAIT2B |
| Branch code | 051 |
| Bank | Banca Popolare Dell'alto Adige/Suedtiroler Volksbank |
| Branch | Gries Branch |
| City | Bolzano |
| Country | Italy |
The way the Banca Popolare Dell'alto Adige/Suedtiroler Volksbank SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BPAA Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- IT Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 2B Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- 051 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 bank is behind SWIFT code BPAAIT2B051?
The code BPAAIT2B051 belongs to Gries Branch, a branch or department of Banca Popolare Dell'alto Adige/Suedtiroler Volksbank in Bolzano, Italy. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use BPAAIT2B instead of BPAAIT2B051?
BPAAIT2B points to the main office of Banca Popolare Dell'alto Adige/Suedtiroler Volksbank, while BPAAIT2B051 is Gries Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BPAAIT2B051.
How long does a transfer to Banca Popolare Dell'alto Adige/Suedtiroler Volksbank take in Italy?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need BPAAIT2B051 for a euro transfer to Italy?
Italy is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need BPAAIT2B051.
Has Banca Popolare Dell'alto Adige/Suedtiroler Volksbank got other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – our database contains 201 SWIFT/BIC codes for Banca Popolare Dell'alto Adige/Suedtiroler Volksbank in Italy, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.
What is the best way to send money to Banca Popolare Dell'alto Adige/Suedtiroler Volksbank?
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.