SWIFT/BIC code CRFIIT2S251
CRFIIT2S251 belongs to Credit Agricole Carispezia SPA in Genova, Italy.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CRFIIT2S251 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CRFIIT2S |
| Branch code | 251 |
| Bank | Credit Agricole Carispezia SPA |
| Branch | Genova Bolzaneto |
| City | Genova |
| Country | Italy |
The way the Credit Agricole Carispezia SPA SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- CRFI Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- IT Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 2S Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- 251 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 SWIFT/BIC code CRFIIT2S251?
CRFIIT2S251 identifies Genova Bolzaneto, a unit of Credit Agricole Carispezia SPA in Genova, Italy. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What does each part of CRFIIT2S251 stand for?
CRFI is the institution code of Credit Agricole Carispezia SPA, IT stands for Italy, 2S is the location code and 251 identifies the department Genova Bolzaneto.
How long does it take to send money to Credit Agricole Carispezia SPA?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need CRFIIT2S251 for a euro transfer to Italy?
Italy belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you do need CRFIIT2S251.
Can I use CRFIIT2S instead of CRFIIT2S251?
CRFIIT2S points to the main office of Credit Agricole Carispezia SPA, while CRFIIT2S251 points to Genova Bolzaneto. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use CRFIIT2S251 if the recipient asks for it.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Credit Agricole Carispezia SPA in Italy?
Banks often 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.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.