SWIFT/BIC code BPVIIT21626
BPVIIT21626 belongs to Intesa Sanpaolo SPA (Formerly Banca Popolare di Vicenza) in Asti, Italy.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BPVIIT21626 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BPVIIT21 |
| Branch code | 626 |
| Bank | Intesa Sanpaolo SPA (Formerly Banca Popolare di Vicenza) |
| Branch | — |
| City | Asti |
| Country | Italy |
The way the Intesa Sanpaolo SPA (Formerly Banca Popolare di Vicenza) SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BPVI 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.
- 626 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 is behind BIC BPVIIT21626?
BPVIIT21626 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Intesa Sanpaolo SPA (Formerly Banca Popolare di Vicenza), a unit of Intesa Sanpaolo SPA (Formerly Banca Popolare di Vicenza) in Asti, Italy. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use BPVIIT21 instead of BPVIIT21626?
BPVIIT21 is the main office of Intesa Sanpaolo SPA (Formerly Banca Popolare di Vicenza), while BPVIIT21626 points to Intesa Sanpaolo SPA (Formerly Banca Popolare di Vicenza). Most international transfers work with the head office code, but use BPVIIT21626 if the recipient asks for it.
How long does a transfer to Intesa Sanpaolo SPA (Formerly Banca Popolare di Vicenza) take?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need BPVIIT21626 for a euro transfer to Italy?
Italy is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you still need BPVIIT21626.
Does Intesa Sanpaolo SPA (Formerly Banca Popolare di Vicenza) have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 406 SWIFT/BIC codes for Intesa Sanpaolo SPA (Formerly Banca Popolare di Vicenza) in Italy. You can see them all on the bank page.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Intesa Sanpaolo SPA (Formerly Banca Popolare di Vicenza) in Italy?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Euro with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.