SWIFT/BIC code POOBIT21XXX
POOBIT21XXX belongs to Provincia di Bologna in Bologna, Italy.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | POOBIT21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | POOBIT21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Provincia di Bologna |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Bologna |
| Country | Italy |
How the Provincia di Bologna SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- POOB 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 is behind SWIFT code POOBIT21XXX?
POOBIT21XXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the main office of Provincia di Bologna in Bologna, Italy. Use it when you send money to an account at Provincia di Bologna.
What happens if I enter POOBIT21XXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check POOBIT21XXX with the recipient before you confirm.
Do I need POOBIT21XXX to send euros to Italy?
Italy belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you still need POOBIT21XXX.
How long does it take to send money to Provincia di Bologna?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Are POOBIT21 and POOBIT21XXX the same code?
Yes. POOBIT21 is the 8-character version of POOBIT21XXX. XXX simply means head office, so either version routes your payment to Provincia di Bologna in Bologna.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Provincia di Bologna in Italy?
Banks often 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 – the difference can be large.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.