SWIFT/BIC code BPAAIT2B162
BPAAIT2B162 belongs to Banca Popolare Dell'alto Adige/Suedtiroler Volksbank in Mussotto (Alba), Italy.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BPAAIT2B162 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BPAAIT2B |
| Branch code | 162 |
| Bank | Banca Popolare Dell'alto Adige/Suedtiroler Volksbank |
| Branch | Mussolente |
| City | Mussotto (Alba) |
| Country | Italy |
The way the Banca Popolare Dell'alto Adige/Suedtiroler Volksbank SWIFT/BIC is structured
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.
- 162 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 SWIFT/BIC code BPAAIT2B162?
The code BPAAIT2B162 belongs to Mussolente, a branch or department of Banca Popolare Dell'alto Adige/Suedtiroler Volksbank in Mussotto (Alba), Italy. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
How long does it take to send money to Banca Popolare Dell'alto Adige/Suedtiroler Volksbank?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need BPAAIT2B162 to send euros to Italy?
Italy is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you do need BPAAIT2B162.
What does each part of BPAAIT2B162 mean?
BPAA is the institution code of Banca Popolare Dell'alto Adige/Suedtiroler Volksbank, IT stands for Italy, 2B is the code for the city or region and 162 identifies the branch Mussolente.
Can I use BPAAIT2B instead of BPAAIT2B162?
BPAAIT2B is the head office of Banca Popolare Dell'alto Adige/Suedtiroler Volksbank, while BPAAIT2B162 is Mussolente. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BPAAIT2B162.
What happens if I enter BPAAIT2B162 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check BPAAIT2B162 with the recipient before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.