SWIFT/BIC code POSOIT2108I

POSOIT2108I belongs to Banca Popolare di Sondrio in Bosisio Parini, Italy.

POSOIT2108I

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codePOSOIT2108I
8-character codePOSOIT21
Branch code08I
BankBanca Popolare di Sondrio
BranchBosisio Parini
CityBosisio Parini
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.
08I 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 BIC POSOIT2108I?

The code POSOIT2108I belongs to Bosisio Parini, a branch or department of Banca Popolare di Sondrio in Bosisio Parini, Italy. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

What happens if I use POSOIT2108I incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check POSOIT2108I against the details from Banca Popolare di Sondrio before sending.

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

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

Can I use POSOIT21 instead of POSOIT2108I?

POSOIT21 is the main office of Banca Popolare di Sondrio, while POSOIT2108I is Bosisio Parini. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use POSOIT2108I if the recipient asks for it.

Do I need POSOIT2108I for a euro transfer to Italy?

Italy is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need POSOIT2108I.

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

Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Transfers 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.