SWIFT/BIC code CUIEIT21XXX
CUIEIT21XXX belongs to Comune di Siena in Siena, Italy.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CUIEIT21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CUIEIT21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Comune di Siena |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Siena |
| Country | Italy |
The way the Comune di Siena SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- CUIE 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.
- XXX 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 institution uses BIC CUIEIT21XXX?
The code CUIEIT21XXX belongs to the headquarters of Comune di Siena in Siena, Italy. Use it when a payment to Comune di Siena does not need a specific branch.
Are CUIEIT21 and CUIEIT21XXX the same code?
Yes. CUIEIT21 is the 8-character version of CUIEIT21XXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so either version routes your payment to Comune di Siena in Siena.
How long does it take to send money to Comune di Siena?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need CUIEIT21XXX to send euros to Italy?
Italy belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you do need CUIEIT21XXX.
What do the letters in CUIEIT21XXX mean?
CUIE is the bank code of Comune di Siena, IT is the ISO code of Italy, 21 is the location code and XXX marks the head office.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Comune di Siena?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Euro with transfer services before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.