SWIFT/BIC code BPBAIT21492
BPBAIT21492 belongs to Banca Popolare di Bari in Ortona, Italy.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BPBAIT21492 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BPBAIT21 |
| Branch code | 492 |
| Bank | Banca Popolare di Bari |
| Branch | Filiale di Ortona |
| City | Ortona |
| Country | Italy |
The way the Banca Popolare di Bari SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BPBA Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- IT Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 21 Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- 492 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
What bank is behind SWIFT code BPBAIT21492?
The code BPBAIT21492 belongs to Filiale di Ortona, a unit of Banca Popolare di Bari in Ortona, Italy. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What happens if I use BPBAIT21492 with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check BPBAIT21492 with the recipient before you confirm.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Banca Popolare di Bari?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Euro with transfer services before you send.
Can I use BPBAIT21 instead of BPBAIT21492?
BPBAIT21 points to the head office of Banca Popolare di Bari, while BPBAIT21492 points to Filiale di Ortona. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BPBAIT21492.
How long does it take to send money to Banca Popolare di Bari?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need BPBAIT21492 for a euro transfer to Italy?
Italy belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you do need BPBAIT21492.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.