SWIFT/BIC code POFAIT21XXX
POFAIT21XXX belongs to Provincia di Ferrara in Ferrara, Italy.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | POFAIT21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | POFAIT21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Provincia di Ferrara |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Ferrara |
| Country | Italy |
How the Provincia di Ferrara SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- POFA 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 POFAIT21XXX?
POFAIT21XXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the head office of Provincia di Ferrara in Ferrara, Italy. Use it when you send money to an account at Provincia di Ferrara.
How long does it take to send money to Provincia di Ferrara?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need POFAIT21XXX for a euro transfer to Italy?
Italy is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you still need POFAIT21XXX.
Is POFAIT21 and POFAIT21XXX the same code?
Yes, they are. POFAIT21 is the 8-character version of POFAIT21XXX. XXX simply means head office, so both will reach Provincia di Ferrara in Ferrara.
What happens if I enter POFAIT21XXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check POFAIT21XXX against the details from Provincia di Ferrara before you confirm.
What does each part of POFAIT21XXX stand for?
POFA is the bank code of Provincia di Ferrara, IT is the ISO code of Italy, 21 is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the head office.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.