SWIFT/BIC code BPCVIT21039
BPCVIT21039 belongs to Credito Valtellinese in Sondrio, Italy.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BPCVIT21039 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BPCVIT21 |
| Branch code | 039 |
| Bank | Credito Valtellinese |
| Branch | Sondrio Agenzia 2 |
| City | Sondrio |
| Country | Italy |
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.
- 039 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 uses BIC BPCVIT21039?
BPCVIT21039 identifies Sondrio Agenzia 2, a unit of Credito Valtellinese in Sondrio, Italy. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Credito Valtellinese in Italy?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Euro with transfer services before you send.
What do the letters in BPCVIT21039 mean?
BPCV is the institution code of Credito Valtellinese, IT stands for Italy, 21 is the location code and 039 identifies the department Sondrio Agenzia 2.
Can I use BPCVIT21 instead of BPCVIT21039?
BPCVIT21 points to the main office of Credito Valtellinese, while BPCVIT21039 points to Sondrio Agenzia 2. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use BPCVIT21039 if the recipient asks for it.
How long does it take to send money to Credito Valtellinese in Italy?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need BPCVIT21039 for a euro transfer to Italy?
Italy is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you do need BPCVIT21039.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.