SWIFT/BIC code UNCRITM1576

UNCRITM1576 belongs to Unicredit SPA in Messina, Italy.

UNCRITM1576

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeUNCRITM1576
8-character codeUNCRITM1
Branch code576
BankUnicredit SPA
BranchMessina Crispi
CityMessina
CountryItaly

How 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.
576 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 uses BIC UNCRITM1576?

UNCRITM1576 identifies Messina Crispi, a branch or department of Unicredit SPA in Messina, Italy. Only use it if the account is held at this specific branch.

What happens if I use UNCRITM1576 with a typo?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check UNCRITM1576 with the recipient before you confirm.

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. Compare what you receive in Euro with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.

Can I use UNCRITM1 instead of UNCRITM1576?

UNCRITM1 points to the main office of Unicredit SPA, while UNCRITM1576 points to Messina Crispi. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use UNCRITM1576 if the recipient asks for it.

Does Unicredit SPA have other SWIFT/BIC codes?

Yes – our database contains 3315 SWIFT/BIC codes for Unicredit SPA in Italy. All of them are listed on the page of Unicredit SPA.

Do I need UNCRITM1576 for a euro transfer to Italy?

Italy is part of 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 UNCRITM1576.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.