SWIFT/BIC code POSOIT2109R

POSOIT2109R belongs to Banca Popolare di Sondrio in Milano, Italy.

POSOIT2109R

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codePOSOIT2109R
8-character codePOSOIT21
Branch code09R
BankBanca Popolare di Sondrio
BranchAG. 24 - Piave
CityMilano
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.
09R 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 SWIFT code POSOIT2109R?

POSOIT2109R identifies AG. 24 - Piave, part of Banca Popolare di Sondrio in Milano, Italy. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.

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

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

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

Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

Do I need POSOIT2109R to send euros to Italy?

Italy belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you do need POSOIT2109R.

Can I use POSOIT21 instead of POSOIT2109R?

POSOIT21 points to the head office of Banca Popolare di Sondrio, while POSOIT2109R points to AG. 24 - Piave. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use POSOIT2109R if the recipient asks for it.

What happens if I enter POSOIT2109R incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check POSOIT2109R with the recipient before sending.

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