SWIFT/BIC code POSOIT2102A
POSOIT2102A belongs to Banca Popolare di Sondrio in Albosaggia, Italy.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | POSOIT2102A |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | POSOIT21 |
| Branch code | 02A |
| Bank | Banca Popolare di Sondrio |
| Branch | Albosaggia |
| City | Albosaggia |
| Country | Italy |
The way the Banca Popolare di Sondrio SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- POSO 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.
- 02A 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 is behind BIC POSOIT2102A?
POSOIT2102A identifies Albosaggia, a unit of Banca Popolare di Sondrio in Albosaggia, Italy. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Do I need POSOIT2102A for a euro transfer to Italy?
Italy belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need POSOIT2102A.
How long does it take to send money to Banca Popolare di Sondrio in Italy?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Banca Popolare di Sondrio?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Euro with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
What does each part of POSOIT2102A mean?
POSO is the institution code of Banca Popolare di Sondrio, IT is the ISO code of Italy, 21 is the code for the city or region and 02A identifies the branch Albosaggia.
What happens if I use POSOIT2102A incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check POSOIT2102A against the details from Banca Popolare di Sondrio before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.