SWIFT/BIC code TEKNIT31XXX
TEKNIT31XXX belongs to Tekne Sim in Messina, Italy.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | TEKNIT31XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | TEKNIT31 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Tekne Sim |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Messina |
| Country | Italy |
How the Tekne Sim SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- TEKN 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 BIC TEKNIT31XXX?
The code TEKNIT31XXX belongs to the main office of Tekne Sim in Messina, Italy. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Tekne Sim.
Does Tekne Sim use only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes – TEKNIT31XXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code we have for Tekne Sim in Italy, so there is no branch code to choose.
What is the best way to send money to Tekne Sim in Italy?
Many banks 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.
What does each part of TEKNIT31XXX stand for?
TEKN is the institution code of Tekne Sim, IT stands for Italy, 31 is the code for the city or region and XXX marks the main office.
Do I need TEKNIT31XXX to send euros to Italy?
Italy is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN is usually enough. If you send another currency you do need TEKNIT31XXX.
How long does a transfer to Tekne Sim take?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.