SWIFT/BIC code GENUIT21XXX
GENUIT21XXX belongs to Gentium SPA in Villa Guardia, Italy.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | GENUIT21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | GENUIT21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Gentium SPA |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Villa Guardia |
| Country | Italy |
How the Gentium SPA SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- GENU 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
What bank is behind BIC GENUIT21XXX?
GENUIT21XXX identifies the head office of Gentium SPA in Villa Guardia, Italy. Use it when a payment to Gentium SPA does not need a specific branch.
What do the letters in GENUIT21XXX stand for?
GENU is the bank code of Gentium SPA, 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 Gentium SPA?
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.
Are GENUIT21 and GENUIT21XXX the same code?
Yes. GENUIT21 is the short version of GENUIT21XXX. XXX simply means head office, so both will reach Gentium SPA in Villa Guardia.
How long does a transfer to Gentium SPA take in Italy?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need GENUIT21XXX 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 GENUIT21XXX.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.