SWIFT/BIC code POSOIT2102Q

POSOIT2102Q belongs to Banca Popolare di Sondrio in Como, Italy.

POSOIT2102Q

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codePOSOIT2102Q
8-character codePOSOIT21
Branch code02Q
BankBanca Popolare di Sondrio
BranchComo
CityComo
CountryItaly

The way the Banca Popolare di Sondrio SWIFT/BIC works

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.
02Q 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 uses SWIFT/BIC code POSOIT2102Q?

POSOIT2102Q is the SWIFT/BIC code of Como, a unit of Banca Popolare di Sondrio in Como, Italy. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

What is the cheapest way to send money to Banca Popolare di Sondrio?

Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Euro with specialist providers before you send.

What happens if I use POSOIT2102Q with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check POSOIT2102Q against the details from Banca Popolare di Sondrio before sending.

What does each part of POSOIT2102Q stand for?

POSO is the institution code of Banca Popolare di Sondrio, IT stands for Italy, 21 is the code for the city or region and 02Q identifies the department Como.

How long does it take to send money to Banca Popolare di Sondrio?

Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

Do I need POSOIT2102Q for a euro transfer to Italy?

Italy belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you do need POSOIT2102Q.

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