SWIFT/BIC code UNCRITM1218

UNCRITM1218 belongs to Unicredit SPA in Milano, Italy.

UNCRITM1218

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeUNCRITM1218
8-character codeUNCRITM1
Branch code218
BankUnicredit SPA
BranchMilano S.babila
CityMilano
CountryItaly

How the Unicredit SPA SWIFT/BIC is built up

A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:

UNCR Bank code
4 letters that identify the bank.
IT Country code
2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
M1 Location code
2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
218 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 bank uses BIC UNCRITM1218?

UNCRITM1218 is the SWIFT/BIC code of Milano S.babila, part of Unicredit SPA in Milano, Italy. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.

Can I use UNCRITM1 instead of UNCRITM1218?

UNCRITM1 is the head office of Unicredit SPA, while UNCRITM1218 points to Milano S.babila. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but use UNCRITM1218 if the recipient asks for it.

What is the cheapest way to send money to Unicredit SPA?

Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check what you receive in Euro with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.

Has Unicredit SPA got more SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes, we list 3315 SWIFT/BIC codes for Unicredit SPA in Italy, for the head office and several branches or departments. All of them are listed on the page of Unicredit SPA.

Do I need UNCRITM1218 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 UNCRITM1218.

How long does a transfer to Unicredit SPA take in Italy?

SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one 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.