SWIFT/BIC code CUPAIT21XXX
CUPAIT21XXX belongs to Comune di Prato in Prato, Italy.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | CUPAIT21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | CUPAIT21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Comune di Prato |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Prato |
| Country | Italy |
The way the Comune di Prato SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- CUPA 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 bank uses BIC CUPAIT21XXX?
The code CUPAIT21XXX belongs to the headquarters of Comune di Prato in Prato, Italy. Use it when a payment to Comune di Prato does not need a specific branch.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Comune di Prato in Italy?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Euro with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Does Comune di Prato have a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – CUPAIT21XXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code listed for Comune di Prato in Italy, so there is no branch code to choose.
What happens if I use CUPAIT21XXX with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check CUPAIT21XXX against the details from Comune di Prato before you confirm.
What do the letters in CUPAIT21XXX stand for?
CUPA is the institution code of Comune di Prato, IT is the ISO code of Italy, 21 is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the head office.
Do I need CUPAIT21XXX to send euros to Italy?
Italy belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you still need CUPAIT21XXX.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.