SWIFT/BIC code POSOIT2109W
POSOIT2109W belongs to Banca Popolare di Sondrio in Pero, Italy.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | POSOIT2109W |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | POSOIT21 |
| Branch code | 09W |
| Bank | Banca Popolare di Sondrio |
| Branch | — |
| City | Pero |
| Country | Italy |
The way the Banca Popolare di Sondrio SWIFT/BIC is structured
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.
- 09W 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 is behind SWIFT code POSOIT2109W?
POSOIT2109W identifies Banca Popolare di Sondrio, a unit of Banca Popolare di Sondrio in Pero, Italy. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Banca Popolare di Sondrio?
Banks often add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Euro with specialist providers before you send.
Do I need POSOIT2109W to send euros to Italy?
Italy is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need POSOIT2109W.
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 happens if I use POSOIT2109W incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check POSOIT2109W against the details from Banca Popolare di Sondrio before sending.
Can I use POSOIT21 instead of POSOIT2109W?
POSOIT21 is the main office of Banca Popolare di Sondrio, while POSOIT2109W is Banca Popolare di Sondrio. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use POSOIT2109W if the recipient asks for it.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.