SWIFT/BIC code POVVIT31XXX
POVVIT31XXX belongs to Provincia di Vibo Valentia in Vibo Valentia, Italy.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | POVVIT31XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | POVVIT31 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Provincia di Vibo Valentia |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Vibo Valentia |
| Country | Italy |
The way the Provincia di Vibo Valentia SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- POVV Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- IT Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 31 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 uses SWIFT code POVVIT31XXX?
The code POVVIT31XXX belongs to the head office of Provincia di Vibo Valentia in Vibo Valentia, Italy. Use it when a payment to Provincia di Vibo Valentia does not need a specific branch.
What do the letters in POVVIT31XXX stand for?
POVV is the institution code of Provincia di Vibo Valentia, IT is the ISO code of Italy, 31 is the location code and XXX means the head office.
What happens if I enter POVVIT31XXX incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check POVVIT31XXX with the recipient before sending.
Are POVVIT31 and POVVIT31XXX the same code?
Yes, they are. POVVIT31 is the 8-character version of POVVIT31XXX. The XXX at the end only means head office, so both routes your payment to Provincia di Vibo Valentia in Vibo Valentia.
Do I need POVVIT31XXX 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 POVVIT31XXX.
What is the best way to send money to Provincia di Vibo Valentia in Italy?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Euro with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.