SWIFT/BIC code POLCIT31XXX

POLCIT31XXX belongs to Provincia di Lecce in Lecce, Italy.

POLCIT31XXX

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codePOLCIT31XXX
8-character codePOLCIT31
Branch codeXXX
BankProvincia di Lecce
BranchHead office
CityLecce
CountryItaly

The way the Provincia di Lecce SWIFT/BIC is structured

A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:

POLC Bank code
4 letters that identify the bank.
IT Country code
2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
31 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 SWIFT/BIC code POLCIT31XXX?

POLCIT31XXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the head office of Provincia di Lecce in Lecce, Italy. It is the code to use when a payment to Provincia di Lecce does not need a specific branch.

What happens if I use POLCIT31XXX with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check POLCIT31XXX with the recipient before sending.

Is POLCIT31 and POLCIT31XXX the same code?

Yes, they are. POLCIT31 is the short version of POLCIT31XXX. XXX simply means head office, so either version will reach Provincia di Lecce in Lecce.

Do I need POLCIT31XXX for a euro transfer to Italy?

Italy belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you do need POLCIT31XXX.

Does Provincia di Lecce have a single SWIFT/BIC code?

Yes, POLCIT31XXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code we have for Provincia di Lecce in Italy, so you do not need to pick a branch code.

How long does a transfer to Provincia di Lecce take in Italy?

SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.