SWIFT/BIC code CRGEITGG445
CRGEITGG445 belongs to Banca Carige SPA - Cassa di Risparmio di Genova e Imperia in Genova, Italy.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CRGEITGG445 |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CRGEITGG |
| Branch code | 445 |
| Bank | Banca Carige SPA - Cassa di Risparmio di Genova e Imperia |
| Branch | Branch 45 |
| City | Genova |
| Country | Italy |
How the Banca Carige SPA - Cassa di Risparmio di Genova e Imperia SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- CRGE Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- IT Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- GG Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- 445 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 uses BIC CRGEITGG445?
CRGEITGG445 identifies Branch 45, a unit of Banca Carige SPA - Cassa di Risparmio di Genova e Imperia in Genova, Italy. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
How long does a transfer to Banca Carige SPA - Cassa di Risparmio di Genova e Imperia take?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need CRGEITGG445 to send euros to Italy?
Italy belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need CRGEITGG445.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Banca Carige SPA - Cassa di Risparmio di Genova e Imperia?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Euro with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Can I use CRGEITGG instead of CRGEITGG445?
CRGEITGG is the main office of Banca Carige SPA - Cassa di Risparmio di Genova e Imperia, while CRGEITGG445 is Branch 45. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention CRGEITGG445.
What happens if I use CRGEITGG445 incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check CRGEITGG445 with the recipient before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.