SWIFT/BIC code POSOIT2109I
POSOIT2109I belongs to Banca Popolare di Sondrio in Milano, Italy.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | POSOIT2109I |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | POSOIT21 |
| Branch code | 09I |
| Bank | Banca Popolare di Sondrio |
| Branch | Milano - AG. 22 Via Santa Sofia |
| City | Milano |
| Country | Italy |
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.
- 09I 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 uses BIC POSOIT2109I?
The code POSOIT2109I belongs to Milano - AG. 22 Via Santa Sofia, a unit of Banca Popolare di Sondrio in Milano, Italy. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use POSOIT21 instead of POSOIT2109I?
POSOIT21 points to the main office of Banca Popolare di Sondrio, while POSOIT2109I points to Milano - AG. 22 Via Santa Sofia. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use POSOIT2109I if the recipient asks for it.
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 what you receive in Euro with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
How long does a transfer to Banca Popolare di Sondrio take?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need POSOIT2109I to send euros to Italy?
Italy belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you still need POSOIT2109I.
What does each part of POSOIT2109I stand for?
POSO is the bank code of Banca Popolare di Sondrio, IT stands for Italy, 21 is the code for the city or region and 09I is the code of the branch Milano - AG. 22 Via Santa Sofia.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.