SWIFT/BIC code UNCRITM125Y
UNCRITM125Y belongs to Unicredit SPA in Legnago, Italy.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | UNCRITM125Y |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | UNCRITM1 |
| Branch code | 25Y |
| Bank | Unicredit SPA |
| Branch | Legnago |
| City | Legnago |
| Country | Italy |
The way the Unicredit SPA SWIFT/BIC works
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.
- 25Y 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 BIC UNCRITM125Y?
UNCRITM125Y is the SWIFT/BIC code of Legnago, a unit of Unicredit SPA in Legnago, Italy. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.
What do the letters in UNCRITM125Y stand for?
UNCR is the bank code of Unicredit SPA, IT is the ISO code of Italy, M1 is the code for the city or region and 25Y identifies the department Legnago.
Do I need UNCRITM125Y to send euros to Italy?
Italy is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. For other currencies you still need UNCRITM125Y.
How long does a transfer to Unicredit SPA take in Italy?
Euro transfers within SEPA usually arrive within one business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Can I use UNCRITM1 instead of UNCRITM125Y?
UNCRITM1 is the main office of Unicredit SPA, while UNCRITM125Y is Legnago. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention UNCRITM125Y.
What happens if I enter UNCRITM125Y incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check UNCRITM125Y 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.