SWIFT/BIC code BPVIIT21656
BPVIIT21656 belongs to Intesa Sanpaolo SPA (Formerly Banca Popolare di Vicenza) in Ferrara, Italy.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BPVIIT21656 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BPVIIT21 |
| Branch code | 656 |
| Bank | Intesa Sanpaolo SPA (Formerly Banca Popolare di Vicenza) |
| Branch | Branch |
| City | Ferrara |
| Country | Italy |
The way the Intesa Sanpaolo SPA (Formerly Banca Popolare di Vicenza) SWIFT/BIC is built up
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.
- 656 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 uses SWIFT code BPVIIT21656?
BPVIIT21656 identifies Branch, a unit of Intesa Sanpaolo SPA (Formerly Banca Popolare di Vicenza) in Ferrara, Italy. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What is the best 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. Compare what you receive in Euro with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What happens if I enter BPVIIT21656 incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Always check BPVIIT21656 with the recipient before you confirm.
Do I need BPVIIT21656 to send euros to Italy?
Italy is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need BPVIIT21656.
How long does it take to send money to Intesa Sanpaolo SPA (Formerly Banca Popolare di Vicenza)?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What does each part of BPVIIT21656 mean?
BPVI is the bank code of Intesa Sanpaolo SPA (Formerly Banca Popolare di Vicenza), IT stands for Italy, 21 is the location code and 656 is the code of the branch Branch.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.