SWIFT/BIC code POSOIT2112Y
POSOIT2112Y belongs to Banca Popolare di Sondrio in Frascati, Italy.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | POSOIT2112Y |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | POSOIT21 |
| Branch code | 12Y |
| Bank | Banca Popolare di Sondrio |
| Branch | Frascati Branch |
| City | Frascati |
| 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.
- 12Y 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 POSOIT2112Y?
The code POSOIT2112Y belongs to Frascati Branch, a branch or department of Banca Popolare di Sondrio in Frascati, 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. Compare the amount that arrives 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 usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need POSOIT2112Y to send euros to Italy?
Italy belongs to the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need POSOIT2112Y.
What happens if I enter POSOIT2112Y with a typo?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check POSOIT2112Y against the details from Banca Popolare di Sondrio before you confirm.
Can I use POSOIT21 instead of POSOIT2112Y?
POSOIT21 is the main office of Banca Popolare di Sondrio, while POSOIT2112Y points to Frascati Branch. Most international transfers work with the head office code, yet use POSOIT2112Y 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.