SWIFT/BIC code BPPUIT31019
BPPUIT31019 belongs to Banca Popolare Pugliese in Villa Castelli, Italy.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BPPUIT31019 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BPPUIT31 |
| Branch code | 019 |
| Bank | Banca Popolare Pugliese |
| Branch | Villa Castelli |
| City | Villa Castelli |
| Country | Italy |
The way the Banca Popolare Pugliese SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BPPU Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- IT Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 31 Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- 019 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 BIC BPPUIT31019?
BPPUIT31019 identifies Villa Castelli, part of Banca Popolare Pugliese in Villa Castelli, Italy. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What happens if I enter BPPUIT31019 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check BPPUIT31019 against the details from Banca Popolare Pugliese before you confirm.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Banca Popolare Pugliese?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Euro with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
How long does a transfer to Banca Popolare Pugliese take in Italy?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need BPPUIT31019 to send euros to Italy?
Italy is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you do need BPPUIT31019.
Can I use BPPUIT31 instead of BPPUIT31019?
BPPUIT31 is the head office of Banca Popolare Pugliese, while BPPUIT31019 points to Villa Castelli. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BPPUIT31019.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.