SWIFT/BIC code BPCVIT21033

BPCVIT21033 belongs to Credito Valtellinese in Chiesa In Valmalenco, Italy.

BPCVIT21033

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeBPCVIT21033
8-character codeBPCVIT21
Branch code033
BankCredito Valtellinese
BranchChiesa Valmalenco Agenzia
CityChiesa In Valmalenco
CountryItaly

The way the Credito Valtellinese SWIFT/BIC is built up

A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:

BPCV 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.
033 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 BPCVIT21033?

BPCVIT21033 identifies Chiesa Valmalenco Agenzia, part of Credito Valtellinese in Chiesa In Valmalenco, Italy. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

What happens if I use BPCVIT21033 with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check BPCVIT21033 against the details from Credito Valtellinese before sending.

What does each part of BPCVIT21033 mean?

BPCV is the institution code of Credito Valtellinese, IT stands for Italy, 21 is the location code and 033 identifies the branch Chiesa Valmalenco Agenzia.

What is the best way to send money to Credito Valtellinese in Italy?

Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Euro with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.

How long does a transfer to Credito Valtellinese take?

Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

Do I need BPCVIT21033 to send euros to Italy?

Italy belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need BPCVIT21033.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.