SWIFT/BIC code POSOIT2105L

POSOIT2105L belongs to Banca Popolare di Sondrio in Lecco, Italy.

POSOIT2105L

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codePOSOIT2105L
8-character codePOSOIT21
Branch code05L
BankBanca Popolare di Sondrio
BranchAG. 2 - Piazza Xx Settembre
CityLecco
CountryItaly

How 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.
05L 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 BIC POSOIT2105L?

POSOIT2105L identifies AG. 2 - Piazza Xx Settembre, a unit of Banca Popolare di Sondrio in Lecco, Italy. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

Do I need POSOIT2105L for a euro transfer to Italy?

Italy is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you still need POSOIT2105L.

How long does a transfer to Banca Popolare di Sondrio take in Italy?

SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.

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

Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Euro with specialist providers before you send.

What does each part of POSOIT2105L stand for?

POSO is the institution code of Banca Popolare di Sondrio, IT stands for Italy, 21 is the location code and 05L identifies the branch AG. 2 - Piazza Xx Settembre.

What happens if I enter POSOIT2105L incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check POSOIT2105L 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.