SWIFT/BIC code POVAIT21XXX
POVAIT21XXX belongs to Provincia di Varese in Varese, Italy.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | POVAIT21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | POVAIT21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Provincia di Varese |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Varese |
| Country | Italy |
How the Provincia di Varese SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- POVA 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.
- XXX 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
What bank is behind BIC POVAIT21XXX?
POVAIT21XXX is the SWIFT/BIC code of the head office of Provincia di Varese in Varese, Italy. It is the code to use when a payment to Provincia di Varese does not need a specific branch.
Does Provincia di Varese have a single SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – POVAIT21XXX is the only SWIFT/BIC code we have for Provincia di Varese in Italy, so there is no branch code to choose.
Are POVAIT21 and POVAIT21XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. POVAIT21 is the 8-character version of POVAIT21XXX. The XXX at the end only refers to the head office, so either version will reach Provincia di Varese in Varese.
How long does a transfer to Provincia di Varese take in Italy?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need POVAIT21XXX for a euro transfer to Italy?
Italy belongs to the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN is usually enough and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need POVAIT21XXX.
What happens if I use POVAIT21XXX incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check POVAIT21XXX with the recipient before you confirm.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.