SWIFT/BIC code POSOIT2109Q
POSOIT2109Q belongs to Banca Popolare di Sondrio in Desio, Italy.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | POSOIT2109Q |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | POSOIT21 |
| Branch code | 09Q |
| Bank | Banca Popolare di Sondrio |
| Branch | Desio |
| City | Desio |
| Country | Italy |
How the Banca Popolare di Sondrio SWIFT/BIC is built up
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.
- 09Q 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 branch uses BIC POSOIT2109Q?
The code POSOIT2109Q belongs to Desio, a unit of Banca Popolare di Sondrio in Desio, Italy. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly 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 the amount that arrives in Euro with specialist providers before you send.
Can I use POSOIT21 instead of POSOIT2109Q?
POSOIT21 is the head office of Banca Popolare di Sondrio, while POSOIT2109Q points to Desio. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use POSOIT2109Q if the recipient asks for it.
Do I need POSOIT2109Q to send euros to Italy?
Italy belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough. For other currencies you do need POSOIT2109Q.
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. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What does each part of POSOIT2109Q stand for?
POSO is the bank code of Banca Popolare di Sondrio, IT is the ISO code of Italy, 21 is the code for the city or region and 09Q is the code of the branch Desio.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.